IATF Quality Engineer – Zeeland Area

The Pivot Group Careers; Zeeland Charter Township (MI); Vor Ort; USD 84.000 - 119.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

The Pivot Group Careers is actively seeking an IATF Quality Engineer for opportunities in Zeeland, Michigan. The role focuses on maintaining IATF 16949 compliance, leading audits, and driving root cause analysis to prevent quality issues.

Hiring firms in the Zeeland area seek engineers who can interpret drawings, manage control plans and PFMEAs, and collaborate with suppliers. A strong QA background and Six Sigma familiarity are valued.

Qualifikationen

• Experience leading internal audits and supporting customer or certification audits.
• Root cause analysis 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.

Aufgaben

• 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.
• Train production and inspection staff on quality procedures and standards.
• Work with suppliers on incoming quality issues and corrective actions.

Kenntnisse

Root cause analysis

Internal audits

Reading drawings

Cross-functional comms

Tools

Minitab

CMM

Jobbeschreibung

Job Description:

IATF Quality Engineer | Zeeland, MI

Salary Range: $84,000 - $119,000 depending on experience

Are you a dynamic leader 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 and supporting community growth. We collaborate with leading companies in the Zeeland area seeking experienced IATF Quality Engineers to drive results.

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 Zeeland in Ottawa County, within about 30 minutes of the city, including Olive.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing firms in the Zeeland 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

• 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.
• Train production and inspection staff on quality procedures and standards.
• Work with suppliers on incoming quality issues and corrective actions.

Recommended Qualifications

• 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.
• Experience with IATF 16949 and ISO 9001 quality systems in automotive manufacturing.
• Knowledge of core quality tools including APQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA, and SPC.

Bonus Qualifications

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

Job Titles That Should Apply

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

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 Offers Lean Six Sigma Access Support Product Quality Root Cause Analysis Management System Closure Six Sigma ROOT Quality Management Analysis Compliance Salary Hiring Partnerships Corrective Actions Recruiting Compensation Deliverables Continuous Improvement Manufacturing Preparation Software Documentation Engineering Training Management

Salary Package:

$ 84,000.00 - 119,000.00 (US Dollar)