Quality Engineer - Walker Area

the-pivot-group-careers; Walker (MI); On-site; USD 72,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network is recruiting a Quality Engineer for Walker, MI to help ensure product excellence and drive quality improvements across manufacturing teams. The role emphasizes quality over speed in hiring, offering opportunities when aligned with the right programs and local partners.

Salary ranges from $72,000 to $106,000, depending on experience. You will develop control plans, analyze data, and collaborate with engineering and production to uphold standards from design through launch.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, or a related technical field.
• 3+ years of experience in quality engineering within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of quality tools (FMEAs, Control Plans, SPC, RCA).

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement quality control procedures and inspection plans.
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for non-conformances.
• Monitor and analyze manufacturing processes to identify quality improvements.
• Perform product inspections and audits to ensure compliance with specifications and standards.
• Collaborate with design and production teams to ensure product quality from concept to launch.
• Utilize statistical methods to analyze process data and identify trends.

Skills

Quality engineering

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Quality

Tools

FMEAs

Control Plans

SPC

Root Cause Analysis

Job description

Quality Engineer | Walker, MI

Salary Range: $72,000 - $106,000 depending on experience

Are you a forward-thinking professional with a passion for ensuring product excellence and driving quality improvements? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to fostering meaningful relationships in the manufacturing community. We partner with companies in Walker seeking skilled Quality Engineers.

We are building our network of talent in this field across West Michigan and the broader manufacturing region Pivot Group Network serves. 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.

The Opportunity

We are working with companies in Walker that are adding Quality Engineers to their teams. These organizations value quality over speed in hiring. By connecting with us, you position yourself for opportunities that align with what you're looking for.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement quality control procedures and inspection plans.
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for non-conformances.
• Monitor and analyze manufacturing processes to identify areas for quality improvement.
• Perform product inspections and audits to ensure compliance with specifications and standards.
• Collaborate with design and production teams to ensure product quality from concept to launch.
• Utilize statistical methods to analyze process data and identify trends.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, or a related technical field
• 3+ years of experience in quality engineering within a manufacturing environment
• Strong understanding and practical application of quality tools (e.g., FMEAs, Control Plans, SPC, Root Cause Analysis)
• Proficiency in interpreting engineering drawings, GD&T, and manufacturing specifications
• Experience with ISO 9001 quality management systems and auditing principles

Bonus Qualifications

• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) certification.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma methodologies.
• Proficiency in statistical analysis software (e.g., Minitab, JMP, R, Python).
• Familiarity with ISO 9001, AS9100, or IATF 16949 quality management systems.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Quality Engineer, QA Engineer, Quality Assurance Engineer, Product Quality Engineer, Software Quality Engineer, Senior Quality Engineer, Lead Quality Engineer, Quality Control Engineer, Test Engineer, Process 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. Learn more at https://www.thepivotgroup.org.