Quality Leader - Manufacturing & Continuous Improvement

the-pivot-group-careers; East Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 91,000 - 138,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network in East Lansing, MI seeks a Quality Manager to lead the QMS, drive CAPA, and partner with engineering, production, and supply chain to ensure customer-ready quality. This role emphasizes strong leadership, auditing, and continuous improvement in a manufacturing setting.

Qualified candidates have a bachelor's in engineering or related field, 5+ years in quality management, and hands-on experience with ISO 9001, Lean, Six Sigma, FMEA, and SPC to deliver robust quality

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical field.
• 5+ years of quality management experience in manufacturing.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 and related quality systems.
• Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, FMEA, and SPC.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain the Quality Management System (QMS).
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA) for non-conformances.
• Manage internal and external audits to ensure compliance with standards (e.g., ISO, customer).
• Oversee the inspection and testing of raw materials, in-process products, and finished goods.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality and process efficiency.
• Train and mentor quality personnel and other staff on quality principles and procedures.
• Collaborate with engineering, production, and supply chain to resolve quality issues.

Skills

Leadership

Quality management

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical field

Tools

Lean

Six Sigma

FMEA

SPC

ISO 9001 knowledge

Job description

The Pivot Group Network in East Lansing, MI seeks a Quality Manager to lead the QMS, drive CAPA, and partner with engineering, production, and supply chain to ensure customer-ready quality. This role emphasizes strong leadership, auditing, and continuous improvement in a manufacturing setting.

Qualified candidates have a bachelor's in engineering or related field, 5+ years in quality management, and hands-on experience with ISO 9001, Lean, Six Sigma, FMEA, and SPC to deliver robust quality