Quality Engineer | Hart, MI

Salary Range: $70,000 - $104,000 depending on experience

Are you a skilled professional with a passion for ensuring product excellence and driving quality improvements? The Pivot Group is dedicated to building meaningful connections in the manufacturing community. We are collaborating with companies in Hart seeking experienced Quality Engineers.

The Opportunity

We partner with manufacturers across Hart seeking 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

• Develop, implement, and maintain quality control procedures and standards.
• Conduct root cause analysis for non-conformances, driving corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Utilize statistical process control (SPC) and other quality tools for process monitoring and improvement.
• Perform internal and external audits to ensure compliance with quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001).
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate quality into product design and manufacturing processes.
• Investigate customer complaints, ensuring timely resolution and implementation of preventive measures.
• Manage measurement system analysis (MSA) and calibration programs for production equipment.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (e.g., Industrial, Mechanical, Manufacturing) or a related technical field.
• 3+ years of experience in a Quality Engineering role within a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in core quality tools and methodologies (e.g., FMEA, Control Plans, SPC, MSA, Root Cause Analysis, 8D).
• Strong understanding and application of quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001, AS9100, IATF 16949).
• Experience with statistical analysis software (e.g., Minitab, JMP) and data-driven problem-solving.
• Demonstrated ability to lead continuous improvement initiatives and interact effectively with cross-functional teams.

Bonus Qualifications

• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification
• Proficiency with statistical analysis software (e.g., Minitab, JMP)
• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or Certified Quality Auditor (CQA)
• Experience with specific industry quality standards (e.g., ISO 13485, AS9100, IATF 16949)
• Familiarity with ERP/MES systems for quality data management

Job Titles That Should Apply

Quality Engineer, QA Engineer, Quality Assurance Engineer, Quality Control Engineer, Senior Quality Engineer, Lead Quality Engineer, Principal Quality Engineer, Software 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.