Supplier Quality Engineer – Lansing Area

The Pivot Group Careers; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 84,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Careers in Lansing, MI is seeking a qualified Supplier Quality Engineer to lead supplier quality programs for multiple manufacturers in the Lansing area. The role emphasizes improving supplier performance, managing scorecards, and driving corrective actions with an emphasis on quality assurance and customer satisfaction.

Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor degree in engineering, experience with PPAP/FAI and control plans, and strong root-cause analysis skills.

Qualifications

• Familiar with PPAP, FAI, and control plans.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and specifications.
• Strong written and verbal communication for supplier interactions.
• Bachelor degree in engineering or related technical field.
• Experience in supplier quality or incoming inspection in manufacturing.
• Knowledge of root cause tools such as 8D, 5 Why, and fishbone analysis.

Responsibilities

• Maintain supplier scorecards and approved supplier lists.
• Support new product launches by qualifying new suppliers.
• Resolve quality holds and disposition nonconforming material.
• Review supplier quality data and track defect trends.
• Investigate incoming material failures and issue corrective action requests.
• Conduct supplier audits and document findings.
• Approve first article inspections and production part submissions.
• Work with suppliers on root cause analysis and corrective actions.

Skills

Strong written/verbal communication

Root cause analysis

Reading engineering drawings

Experience in supplier quality or in‑g

Education

Bachelor degree in engineering or related field

Tools

PPAP

FAI

Control plans

Job description

Job Description:

Supplier Quality Engineer | Lansing, MI

Salary Range: $84,000 – $118,000 depending on experience

Are you a seasoned professional with a passion for excelling as a supplier quality engineer? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting community growth. We collaborate with leading companies in the Lansing area seeking Supplier Quality Engineers to lead and enhance their operations.

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 Supplier Quality Engineer opportunities with manufacturers based in and around Lansing in Clinton County, within about 30 minutes of the city.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with multiple companies in the Lansing area seeking experienced Supplier 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 supplier scorecards and approved supplier lists.
• Support new product launches by qualifying new suppliers.
• Resolve quality holds and disposition nonconforming material.
• Review supplier quality data and track defect trends.
• Investigate incoming material failures and issue corrective action requests.
• Conduct supplier audits and document findings.
• Approve first article inspections and production part submissions.
• Work with suppliers on root cause analysis and corrective actions.

Recommended Qualifications

• Familiarity with PPAP, FAI, and control plans.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and specifications.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for supplier interactions.
• Bachelor degree in engineering or a related technical field.
• Experience in supplier quality or incoming inspection in manufacturing.
• Knowledge of root cause tools such as 8D, 5 Why, and fishbone analysis.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with ISO 9001 or IATF 16949 audit requirements.
• Background in statistical process control and measurement systems analysis.
• Experience with ERP or supplier quality management software.
• Six Sigma Green Belt or higher.
• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer or similar certification.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Incoming Quality Engineer, Vendor Quality Engineer, Manufacturing Quality Engineer, Supplier Quality Specialist, Quality Assurance Engineer, Supplier Quality Auditor, Quality Engineer, Supplier Development Engineer, Sourcing Quality 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.

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