IATF Quality Engineer – Newaygo Area

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

Job Description:

IATF Quality Engineer | Newaygo, MI

Salary Range: $81,000 – $116,000 depending on experience

Are you a skilled professional with a passion for excelling as a iatf quality engineer? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to building meaningful connections in the manufacturing community. We collaborate with companies in the Newaygo area seeking experienced IATF 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 IATF Quality Engineer opportunities with manufacturers based in and around Newaygo in Newaygo County, within about 45 minutes of the city, including Big Rapids, Paris, Casnovia, and Grant.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Newaygo region seeking IATF 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

• 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.

Recommended 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.

Bonus Qualifications

• Certified IATF 16949 internal auditor.


• 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.

Job Titles That Should Apply

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

Required Skills:

Minitab Resume Data Offers Diagrams Support Development Driving Six Sigma Quality Management Training Programs Salary Hiring Partnerships Corrective Actions Recruiting Process Improvement Compensation Product Development Continuous Improvement Manufacturing Preparation Engineering Training Management

Salary Package:

$ 81,000.00 – 116,000.00 (US Dollar)