Quality Manager – DeWitt Area

The Pivot Group Careers; DeWitt Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 86,000 - 132,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Careers is seeking a Quality Manager for DeWitt, MI to lead site quality initiatives and ensure product conformity in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities include overseeing incoming, in-process and final inspection, driving root cause analysis, coordinating audits, and maintaining ISO 9001 compliance while partnering with engineering and production teams.

Salary ranges from $86,000 to $132,000 annually, with experience-based progression.

Qualifications

• Bachelors in engineering, quality, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Five+ years in quality engineering or quality management in manufacturing.
• Familiar with ISO 9001 and audit support.

Responsibilities

• Oversee incoming, in-process, and final inspection activities and staff.
• Track quality metrics and report trends to leadership.
• Coordinate internal/external audits and manage corrective actions.

Skills

Lean Six Sigma

Root Cause Analysis

Management System

Quality Management

Regulatory Requirements

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or quality

Tools

Minitab

Job description

Quality Manager | DeWitt, MI

Salary Range: $86,000 – $132,000 depending on experience

Are you a skilled professional with a passion for upholding and enhancing production standards? 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 DeWitt area seeking experienced Quality Managers.

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 Manager opportunities with manufacturers based in and around DeWitt in Clinton County, within about 30 minutes of the city.

The Opportunity

We partner with organizations in the DeWitt area that seek Quality Managers. These companies are committed to building strong teams and look for professionals who can lead initiatives effectively. By connecting with The Pivot Group Network, you position yourself for roles that match your background and aspirations.

Usual Responsibilities

• Oversee incoming, in-process, and final inspection activities and the inspection staff.
• Track quality metrics such as scrap, first pass yield, and cost of poor quality, and report trends to plant leadership.
• Coordinate internal and external audits and manage the corrective action log.
• Work with engineering and production on root cause analysis for recurring defects.
• Maintain calibration and control of inspection tools and test equipment.
• Train production staff on quality procedures and work instructions.
• Lead the plant quality management system and keep it compliant with ISO 9001 and customer requirements.
• Investigate customer complaints and internal nonconformances, then drive corrective actions to closure.

Recommended Qualifications

• Working knowledge of ISO 9001 and experience supporting audit programs.
• Hands-on experience with root cause and problem-solving methods such as 8D, 5 Why, and fishbone analysis.
• Familiarity with core quality tools including FMEA, control plans, and MSA.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for working with customers and production teams.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, quality, or a related technical field, or equivalent experience.
• Five or more years in quality engineering or quality management in a manufacturing environment.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with IATF 16949 or AS9100 in automotive or aerospace supply.
• Lean or Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt.
• Experience with statistical process control and Minitab or similar software.
• Prior supervisory experience leading inspectors or technicians.
• ASQ Certified Quality Manager or Certified Quality Engineer.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Manufacturing Quality Engineer, Quality Assurance Manager, Quality Control Manager, Quality Engineer, Quality Systems Manager, Plant Quality Manager, Supplier Quality Engineer, Quality Supervisor, Continuous Improvement Manager

Required Skills:

Resume Offers Lean Six Sigma Support Root Cause Analysis Management System Six Sigma ROOT Quality Management Regulatory Requirements Assurance Analysis Compliance Salary Hiring Partnerships Recruiting Compensation Metrics Continuous Improvement Quality Control Manufacturing Quality Assurance Preparation Engineering Training Leadership Management

Salary Package:

$ 86,000.00 – 132,000.00 (US Dollar)