Quality Engineer – Whitehall Area

The Pivot Group Careers; Whitehall Township (MI); On-site; USD 71,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Careers in Whitehall, MI is seeking a Quality Engineer to support multiple manufacturing partners in the Whitehall area. The role focuses on maintaining quality systems, performing audits, and driving continuous improvement across processes.

The position requires experience with FMEA, control plans, MSA, PPAP and ISO/IATF quality frameworks, with strong communication to coordinate cross-functional teams. On-site work in Michigan is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in engineering or a related technical field.
• Three or more years of quality engineering experience in a manufacturing plant.
• Working knowledge of core quality tools such as FMEA, control plans, and MSA.
• Experience with root cause methods such as 8D, 5 Why, and fishbone analysis.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 or IATF 16949 quality systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for cross functional work.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update control plans, FMEA documents, and inspection standards.
• Perform process audits on the production floor and document findings.
• Review first article and PPAP submissions before production launch.
• Analyze defect and scrap data and report trends to plant leadership.
• Support gage repeatability and reproducibility studies and calibration schedules.
• Train production staff on quality procedures and inspection methods.
• Investigate customer complaints and internal nonconformances to find root causes.
• Lead corrective and preventive action activities and track them to closure.

Skills

Minitab

Six Sigma

Root Cause Analysis

FMEA

MSA

PPAP

ISO 9001 / IATF 16949

8D

Education

Bachelor degree in engineering or related technical field

Job description

Job Description:

Quality Engineer | Whitehall, MI

Salary Range: $71,000 – $105,000 depending on experience

Are you ready to take on a challenging and rewarding opportunity in quality engineering? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to building meaningful connections in manufacturing. We partner with leading companies in the Whitehall area seeking 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 Quality Engineer opportunities with manufacturers based in and around Whitehall in Muskegon County, within about 30 minutes of the city.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with multiple companies in the Whitehall area seeking experienced Quality Engineers. These organizations value long-term fit and look for professionals who bring both skill and alignment. By joining our network, you gain access to opportunities tailored to your goals.

Usual Responsibilities

• Maintain and update control plans, FMEA documents, and inspection standards.
• Perform process audits on the production floor and document findings.
• Review first article and PPAP submissions before production launch.
• Analyze defect and scrap data and report trends to plant leadership.
• Support gage repeatability and reproducibility studies and calibration schedules.
• Train production staff on quality procedures and inspection methods.
• Investigate customer complaints and internal nonconformances to find root causes.
• Lead corrective and preventive action activities and track them to closure.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in engineering or a related technical field.
• Three or more years of quality engineering experience in a manufacturing plant.
• Working knowledge of core quality tools such as FMEA, control plans, and MSA.
• Experience with root cause methods such as 8D, 5 Why, and fishbone analysis.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 or IATF 16949 quality systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for cross functional work.

Bonus Qualifications

• Statistical process control and Minitab experience.
• Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt training.
• Auditor training or lead auditor experience.
• Certified Quality Engineer or similar certification.
• Experience with PPAP and APQP in an automotive supply chain.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Continuous Improvement Engineer, Quality Analyst, Reliability Engineer, Supplier Quality Engineer, Manufacturing Quality Engineer, Quality Assurance Engineer, Process Quality Engineer, Customer 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 Support Product Design Product Quality Lean Manufacturing Root Cause Analysis Six Sigma ROOT Quality Management Assurance Analysis Compliance Salary Hiring Partnerships Recruiting Compensation Metrics Reliability Continuous Improvement Quality Control Manufacturing Quality Assurance Specifications Preparation Software Design Engineering Management

Salary Package:

$ 71,000.00 – 105,000.00 (US Dollar)