IATF Quality Engineer – Hudsonville Area

The Pivot Group Careers; Hudsonville (MI); On-site; USD 82,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network in Hudsonville, MI is seeking an IATF Quality Engineer to support manufacturers in the region. The role focuses on sustaining IATF 16949 alignment, corrective actions, and supplier quality improvements.

Responsibilities include training staff on quality procedures, conducting internal and external audits, maintaining QMS, and analyzing quality metrics. The opportunity is part of a network aiming to connect qualified professionals with automotive manufacturing partners.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Root cause analysis skills using 8D, 5 Why, and fishbone methods.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Support corrective and preventive action processes and verify effectiveness.

Skills

IATF 16949 knowledge

APQP

PPAP

FMEA

MSA

SPC

Root cause analysis

Tools

Minitab

CMM

Job description

Job Description:

IATF Quality Engineer | Hudsonville, MI

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

Are you a seasoned professional with a passion for excelling as a iatf quality engineer? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting community growth. We collaborate with leading companies in the Hudsonville area seeking IATF Quality Engineers to lead and enhance their operations.

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 IATF Quality Engineer opportunities with manufacturers based in and around Hudsonville in Ottawa County, within about 30 minutes of the city.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing firms in the Hudsonville area that seek skilled IATF Quality Engineers. These organizations are dedicated to maintaining high standards and look for professionals who can contribute effectively. By joining our network, you position yourself for opportunities aligned with your career goals.

Usual Responsibilities

• 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.
• Support corrective and preventive action processes and verify effectiveness.

Recommended Qualifications

• 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.
• 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.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with CMM or other measurement equipment programming.
• Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.
• Familiarity with customer specific requirements from automotive OEMs.
• Experience with Minitab or similar statistical analysis software.
• Certified IATF 16949 internal auditor.

Job Titles That Should Apply

IATF Coordinator, Quality Auditor, Continuous Improvement Engineer, PPAP Engineer, Quality Engineer, Automotive Quality Engineer, Supplier Quality Engineer, Quality Assurance Engineer, Manufacturing Quality Engineer, Quality Systems 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.

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.

Required Skills:

Minitab Resume Data Offers Access Support BASIC Product Quality Development Management System Process Optimization Quality Management Assurance Analysis Salary Hiring Partnerships Corrective Actions Recruiting Compensation Product Development Metrics Continuous Improvement Optimization Manufacturing Preparation Software Engineering Management

Salary Package:

$ 82,000.00 – 117,000.00 (US Dollar)