Quality Manager – St. Johns Area

The Pivot Group Careers; St. Johns (MI); On-site; USD 88,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network is seeking a Quality Manager for positions in and around St. Johns, MI. This role focuses on upholding production standards, driving continuous improvement, and aligning with ISO 9001 expectations.

You will coordinate internal and external audits, lead corrective actions, work with engineering and production on root-cause analysis, and supervise inspection activities. This posting covers multiple opportunities across Clinton County and nearby towns; hiring depends on

Qualifications

• 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 manufacturing.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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.

Skills

Quality tools

FMEA

MSA

Root cause analysis

Six Sigma

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering/quality

Tools

ISO 9001

Audit programs

Minitab

Job description

Job Description:

Quality Manager | St. Johns, MI

Salary Range: $88,000 – $134,000 depending on experience

Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for upholding and enhancing production standards? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career advancement. We collaborate with leading companies in the St. Johns 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 St. Johns in Clinton County, within about 45 minutes of the city, including Owosso, Ithaca, Ovid, and Ashley.

The Opportunity

We partner with organizations in the St. Johns 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

• 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.
• 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.

Recommended Qualifications

• 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.
• 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.

Bonus Qualifications

• 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.
• Experience with IATF 16949 or AS9100 in automotive or aerospace supply.
• Lean or Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt.

Job Titles That Should Apply

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

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:

Resume Data Offers Lean Six Sigma Supply Chain Support Product Quality Root Cause Analysis Six Sigma ROOT Quality Management Assurance Analysis Compliance Salary Hiring Partnerships Recruiting Compensation Supply Metrics Inspection Continuous Improvement Quality Control Manufacturing Quality Assurance Communication Skills Regulations Preparation Testing Engineering Training Leadership Communication Management

Salary Package:

$ 88,000.00 – 134,000.00 (US Dollar)