IATF Quality Engineer | Hudsonville, MI

Salary Range: $86,000 - $121,000 depending on experience

Are you a forward-thinking professional with a passion for excelling in iatf quality engineer? The Pivot Group is committed to fostering meaningful relationships in the manufacturing community. We partner with companies in Hudsonville seeking skilled IATF Quality Engineers.

The Opportunity

We partner with manufacturers across Hudsonville seeking IATF Quality Engineers who want more than a lateral move. These companies hire intentionally, and we connect them with professionals ready for roles that fit.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and improve the Quality Management System (QMS) in accordance with IATF 16949 requirements.
• Lead problem-solving activities using methodologies like 8D, 5 Whys, and Ishikawa to address internal and external quality issues.
• Develop, implement, and maintain Control Plans, FMEAs, and Process Flow Diagrams for new and existing products/processes.
• Conduct internal audits to IATF 16949 standards, identifying non-conformities and driving corrective actions.
• Support APQP activities, including PPAP submission and approval for new product launches and engineering changes.
• Monitor key quality metrics (e.g., scrap, rework, customer PPM) and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Utilize statistical process control (SPC) and capability studies (CpK, PpK) to ensure process stability and capability.

Recommended Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge and practical application of IATF 16949 standard requirements.
• Proficiency in core quality tools (APQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA, SPC).
• Demonstrated ability in root cause analysis and implementing effective corrective actions (e.g., 8D, 5 Whys).
• Experience conducting internal and supplier audits to IATF 16949 standards.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, lean principles, and continuous improvement methodologies.

Bonus Qualifications

• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification
• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) certification
• Proficiency in VDA standards, particularly VDA 6.3 process audits
• Advanced proficiency with statistical analysis software (e.g., Minitab, JMP)

Job Titles That Should Apply

Quality Engineer, IATF Quality Engineer, Automotive Quality Engineer, Quality Assurance Engineer, QA Engineer, Supplier Quality Engineer, Manufacturing Quality Engineer, Process Quality Engineer, Quality Systems Engineer, ISO/IATF Quality Engineer, Product Quality 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.