Advanced Quality Engineer – Grand Haven Area

The Pivot Group Careers; Grand Haven (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network is seeking an Advanced Quality Engineer for opportunities in the Grand Haven, MI area. The role focuses on leading quality initiatives, performing capability studies, and coordinating PPAP submissions with engineering and suppliers.

Salary ranges from $85,000 to $125,000 depending on experience. Ideal candidates bring at least three years of manufacturing quality engineering experience and strong knowledge of ISO 9001 or IATF 16949.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related technical field.
• 3+ years of quality engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Working knowledge of core quality tools: APQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA and SPC.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Report quality metrics and drive continuous improvement projects.
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for customer complaints.
• Develop and maintain control plans, FMEAs, and inspection standards.

Skills

APQP

PPAP

FMEA

MSA

SPC

8D

5 Why

Fishbone analysis

ISO 9001/IATF 16949

3+ years manufacturing quality

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

CMM programming

GD&T interpretation

Minitab

Job description

Job Description:

Advanced Quality Engineer | Grand Haven, MI

Salary Range: $85,000 – $125,000 depending on experience

Are you a dedicated professional with a passion for excelling as a advanced quality engineer? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We partner with leading manufacturing companies in the Grand Haven area seeking experienced Advanced Quality Engineers to strengthen their teams.

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 Grand Haven in Ottawa County, within about 30 minutes of the city.

The Opportunity

We partner with organizations in the Grand Haven area that seek Advanced Quality Engineers. These companies are committed to building strong teams and look for professionals who can lead initiatives effectively. By connecting with The Pivot Group Network, you position yourself for roles that match your background and aspirations.

Usual Responsibilities

• 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.
• Develop and maintain control plans, FMEAs, and inspection standards for production lines.

Recommended Qualifications

• 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.
• 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.

Bonus Qualifications

• 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.
• Experience in automotive or aerospace supply chains.

Job Titles That Should Apply

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

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.

Required Skills:

Minitab Resume Data Offers Support Product Quality Lean Manufacturing Root Cause Analysis Management System Six Sigma ROOT Quality Management Assurance Analysis Compliance Salary Hiring Partnerships Corrective Actions Recruiting Compensation Reliability Continuous Improvement Manufacturing Quality Assurance Regulations Preparation Data Analysis Planning Design Engineering Management

Salary Package:

$ 85,000.00 – 125,000.00 (US Dollar)