IATF Quality Engineer | Ludington, MI

Salary Range: $82,000 - $117,000 depending on experience

Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for excelling in iatf quality engineer? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career advancement. We are collaborating with leading companies in Ludington seeking experienced IATF Quality Engineers.

We are building our network of talent in this field across West Michigan and the broader manufacturing region Pivot Group Network serves. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.

The Opportunity

We partner with manufacturers across Ludington seeking IATF Quality Engineers who want more than a lateral move. These companies hire intentionally, and we connect them with professionals ready for roles that fit.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain IATF 16949 compliant quality management systems.
• Lead and conduct internal and external IATF 16949 audits, including supplier audits.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using core tools like APQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA, and SPC.
• Facilitate root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions for quality issues.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on new product development and launch activities to ensure quality requirements are met.
• Analyze quality data and metrics to identify trends, opportunities for improvement, and report on quality performance.
• Provide training and support to personnel on IATF 16949 requirements and quality tools.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, or a related technical field.
• 3+ years of experience as a Quality Engineer in an automotive manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge and practical application of IATF 16949 standards and core tools (APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, MSA).
• Demonstrated experience with problem-solving methodologies (8D, 5 Whys, Ishikawa) and continuous improvement initiatives.
• ASQ certifications (CQE, CSSBB) are a plus.

Bonus Qualifications

• Additional certifications or training

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Why The Pivot Group Network

The Pivot Group Network was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic—they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory. Learn more at https://www.thepivotgroup.org.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out at https://www.thepivotgroup.org. The Pivot Group Network offers resources to support your search—market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.