IATF Quality Engineer - Automotive QC & Process Improvement

The Pivot Group Careers; Newaygo (MI); On-site; USD 81,000 - 116,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network is recruiting for an IATF Quality Engineer in the Newaygo, MI area. This role focuses on driving IATF 16949 quality systems, leading audits, and coordinating corrective actions within automotive manufacturing environments.

We seek candidates with strong root-cause analysis experience, familiarity with APQP/PPAP, and a track record of improving quality metrics. This is part of a network that connects skilled professionals with a range of opportunities across Michigan’s

Qualifications

• Root cause analysis skills using 8D, 5 Why, and fishbone methods.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and interpret dimensional requirements.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for cross functional work.
• Experience with IATF 16949 and ISO 9001 quality systems in automotive manufacturing.
• Knowledge of core quality tools including APQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA, and SPC.
• Experience leading internal audits and supporting customer or certification audits.

Responsibilities

• Support corrective and preventive action processes and verify effectiveness.
• Train production and inspection staff on quality procedures and standards.
• Work with suppliers on incoming quality issues and corrective actions.
• Maintain and update the quality management system to meet IATF 16949 requirements.
• Lead internal audits and coordinate external certification and customer audits.
• Investigate customer complaints and production nonconformances using root cause methods.
• Write and maintain control plans, PFMEAs, and inspection standards.
• Track quality metrics such as PPM, scrap, and first pass yield and report trends.

Skills

Six Sigma

Root cause analysis

Quality systems

APQP/PPAP knowledge

Minitab familiarity

Tools

Minitab

CMM

Job description

The Pivot Group Network is recruiting for an IATF Quality Engineer in the Newaygo, MI area. This role focuses on driving IATF 16949 quality systems, leading audits, and coordinating corrective actions within automotive manufacturing environments.

We seek candidates with strong root-cause analysis experience, familiarity with APQP/PPAP, and a track record of improving quality metrics. This is part of a network that connects skilled professionals with a range of opportunities across Michigan’s