Advanced Quality Engineer - Fremont Area

The Pivot Group Careers; Fremont Township (MI); On-site; USD 84,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network in Fremont, MI partners with manufacturers seeking Advanced Quality Engineers. This network-driven opportunity emphasizes real insight into quality systems, from APQP/PPAP to FMEA, SPC, and audits.

We are building a regional pipeline for Advanced Quality Engineers and connect you with manufacturers in Newaygo County and nearby areas. Eligible candidates have 3+ years in manufacturing quality, strong communication, and the ability to drive continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in engineering or related technical field.
• Three or more years of quality engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with core quality tools: APQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA, and SPC.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 or IATF 16949 quality management systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain control plans, FMEAs, and inspection standards for production lines.
• Run capability studies and SPC reviews to monitor process stability.
• Coordinate PPAP submissions and new product launches with engineering and suppliers.
• Conduct internal and supplier audits and track findings through closure.
• Support gage R&R studies and measurement system analysis.
• Train production and inspection staff on quality procedures and defect recognition.
• Report quality metrics and drive continuous improvement projects across the plant.
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective action for customer complaints and internal quality escapes.

Skills

Six Sigma

Root Cause Analysis

Quality Management

Data Analysis

Project Management

Minitab

Gage R&R

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical field

Tools

CMM programming

GD&T interpretation

ISO 9001

IATF 16949

Job description

Job Description

Advanced Quality Engineer \| Fremont, MI

Salary Range: $84,000 - $124,000 depending on experience

Are you ready to take on a challenging and rewarding opportunity in advanced quality engineer? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to building meaningful connections in manufacturing. We partner with leading companies in the Fremont area seeking Advanced Quality Engineers.

We are building our network of talent in this field across Michigan's manufacturing regions. 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.

This posting covers Advanced Quality Engineer opportunities with manufacturers based in and around Fremont in Newaygo County, within about 45 minutes of the city, including Hesperia.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Fremont region seeking Advanced Quality Engineers. These employers partner with us because they want real insight into candidates - not just resumes. By joining our network, you gain access to roles worth considering.

Usual Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain control plans, FMEAs, and inspection standards for production lines.
• Run capability studies and statistical process control reviews to monitor process stability.
• Coordinate PPAP submissions and new product launches with engineering and suppliers.
• Conduct internal and supplier audits and track findings through closure.
• Support gage repeatability and reproducibility studies and measurement system analysis.
• Train production and inspection staff on quality procedures and defect recognition.
• Report quality metrics and drive continuous improvement projects across the plant.
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective action for customer complaints and internal quality escapes.

Recommended Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills for cross functional work.
• Bachelor degree in engineering or a related technical field.
• Three or more years of quality engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Working knowledge of core quality tools including APQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA, and SPC.
• Experience with root cause methods such as 8D, 5 Why, and fishbone analysis.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 or IATF 16949 quality management systems.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience in automotive or aerospace supply chains.
• Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt.
• Hands on experience with CMM programming and GD\&T interpretation.
• Auditor certification for ISO 9001 or IATF 16949.
• Certified Quality Engineer or similar certification.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Supplier Quality Engineer, Manufacturing Quality Engineer, Quality Assurance Engineer, Continuous Improvement Engineer, Quality Systems Engineer, Process Quality Engineer, Customer Quality Engineer, Reliability Engineer, Quality Specialist, Quality Engineer

Work Authorization

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship. Visa sponsorship is not available.

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.

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.

Required Skills

Minitab Resume Data Offers Access Support Product Quality Root Cause Analysis Organization Six Sigma ROOT Operations Quality Management Assurance Analysis Compliance Salary Hiring Partnerships Corrective Actions Recruiting Compensation Reliability Quality Control Manufacturing Quality Assurance Regulations Preparation Data Analysis Planning Design Engineering Project Management Management

Salary Package

$ 84,000.00 - 124,000.00 (US Dollar)