Quality Manager - Holland Area

the-pivot-group-careers; Netherlands; On-site; EUR 83,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network partners with manufacturers in Holland seeking a Quality Manager who wants more than a lateral move. This role leads QMS development, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives to elevate product quality and process efficiency.

Responsibilities include building and leading the QA team, overseeing inspections, and managing customer feedback and non-conformances in alignment with ISO 9001 standards and internal quality policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, manufacturing, or related technical field.
• 5+ years of experience in quality assurance/control within a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 quality management systems and auditing.
• Proven ability to lead and develop quality teams through training and performance management.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with experience in root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement quality management systems (QMS) and procedures.
• Lead and manage the quality assurance team, including hiring and training.
• Oversee product inspection, testing, and defect analysis to ensure compliance with specifications.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality and process efficiency.
• Manage customer feedback and non-conformance processes, including root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards, regulations, and internal quality policies.
• Conduct internal and external audits to assess QMS effectiveness and identify areas for improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Root cause analysis

ISO 9001 auditing

Lean manufacturing

Quality systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering/manufacturing

Job description

Quality Manager | Holland, MI

Salary Range: $94,000 - $141,000 depending on experience

Are you a meticulous professional with a passion for upholding and enhancing production standards? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We are collaborating with companies in Holland seeking experienced Quality Managers.

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 Holland seeking Quality Managers 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 and implement quality management systems (QMS) and procedures.
• Lead and manage the quality assurance team, including hiring and training.
• Oversee product inspection, testing, and defect analysis to ensure compliance with specifications.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality and process efficiency.
• Manage customer feedback and non-conformance processes, including root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards, regulations, and internal quality policies.
• Conduct internal and external audits to assess QMS effectiveness and identify areas for improvement.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, manufacturing, or a related technical field.
• 5+ years of experience in quality assurance/control within a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated knowledge of ISO 9001 quality management systems and auditing.
• Proven ability to lead and develop quality teams, including training and performance management.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with experience in root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.

Bonus Qualifications

• Additional certifications or training

Job Titles That Should Apply

Quality Manager, Quality Assurance Manager, QA Manager, Head of Quality, Director of Quality, Quality Control Manager, Senior Quality Manager, Quality Systems Manager, Regulatory Affairs and Quality Manager, Quality and Compliance Manager

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.