Senior Quality Systems Engineer for QMS & Continuous Improvement

Venteon; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Venteon seeks an experienced Quality Engineer in the Grand Rapids area to lead quality initiatives within a Tier 1 supplier setting. The role emphasizes developing and maintaining robust quality systems across manufacturing processes.

Ideal candidates bring 8+ years in quality engineering, strong data analysis skills, and hands-on QMS/QOS expertise. A focus on continuous improvement and successful audits is essential for success.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in a Quality Engineering role.
• Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• Working knowledge of ISO 9001, IATF 16949, APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, and MSA.
• Hands-on experience with QMS/QOS implementation, execution, or improvement.
• Experience with quality data analysis, reporting, and metrics.
• JIT Experience ideal.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Ability to make data-driven decisions and support corrective/preventive actions.
• Experience supporting audits (ISO, IATF, VDA); certification a plus.
• Passion for quality, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Act as a subject matter expert for QMS, QOS, and PMT deployment and sustainment.
• Support development, rollout, and continuous improvement of quality systems aligned with business goals.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on quality, stability, and waste reduction.
• Support implementation, validation, training, and optimization of quality systems and tools.
• Gather user feedback and enhance system usability and effectiveness.
• Support supplier and manufacturing quality processes through QMS/QOS tools.
• Participate in internal and external audits, including preparation and follow-up actions.
• Assist with supplier audits to ensure compliance and performance improvement.
• Monitor KPIs, identify risks, and support corrective and preventive actions.

Skills

Quality engineering

Problem-solving

Data analysis

Manufacturing

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

QMS

QOS

APQP

PPAP

FMEA

SPC

MSA

ISO 9001

IATF 16949

Job description

Venteon seeks an experienced Quality Engineer in the Grand Rapids area to lead quality initiatives within a Tier 1 supplier setting. The role emphasizes developing and maintaining robust quality systems across manufacturing processes.

Ideal candidates bring 8+ years in quality engineering, strong data analysis skills, and hands-on QMS/QOS expertise. A focus on continuous improvement and successful audits is essential for success.