IATF Quality Engineer | Whitehall, MI

Salary Range: $80,000 - $114,000 depending on experience

Are you ready to take on a challenging and rewarding opportunity in {{role_field}}? The Pivot Group is committed to building meaningful connections in manufacturing. We partner with leading companies in Whitehall seeking IATF Quality Engineers.

The Opportunity

We are partnering with organizations in Whitehall that are seeking IATF Quality Engineers. These companies are committed to building strong teams and are looking for professionals who can lead initiatives effectively. By connecting with Pivot Group, you position yourself for roles that match your background and aspirations.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure the Quality Management System (QMS) conforms to IATF 16949 requirements and customer-specific requirements.
• Lead and manage APQP activities, including FMEA, Control Plan development, and PPAP submissions.
• Facilitate root cause analysis and implement effective corrective and preventive actions using problem-solving methodologies (e.g., 8D).
• Conduct internal audits and support external IATF 16949 certification and customer audits.
• Monitor key quality performance indicators (KPIs), implement Statistical Process Control (SPC), and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Manage supplier quality, including supplier selection, audits, performance monitoring, and issue resolution.
• Interface with customers regarding quality concerns, ensure effective communication, and drive customer satisfaction.

Recommended Qualifications

• Deep understanding and practical application of IATF 16949 standard.
• Proficiency in AIAG Core Tools (APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, MSA).
• Proven experience with structured problem-solving methodologies (e.g., 8D, A3, 5 Whys).
• Certified IATF 16949 Internal Auditor with experience conducting internal audits.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field.
• 3+ years of quality engineering experience in an automotive manufacturing environment.

Bonus Qualifications

• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification
• VDA 6.3 Process Auditor certification
• Proficiency with statistical analysis software (e.g., Minitab, JMP)
• Experience with CMM programming and advanced metrology techniques

Job Titles That Should Apply

IATF Quality Engineer, Automotive Quality Engineer, Supplier Quality Engineer, Quality Assurance Engineer, QA Engineer, Senior Quality Engineer, Process Quality Engineer, Quality Systems Engineer, Manufacturing Quality Engineer, Quality Control Engineer

Why Pivot Group

The Pivot Group 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.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out. The Pivot Group offers resources to support your search—market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.