IATF Quality Engineer | Plainwell, MI

Salary Range: $82,000 - $117,000 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 Plainwell seeking IATF Quality Engineers.

The Opportunity

We are collaborating with manufacturing firms in Plainwell that are seeking skilled IATF Quality Engineers. These organizations are dedicated to maintaining high standards and are looking for professionals who can contribute effectively. By joining our network, you position yourself for opportunities aligned with your career goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with IATF 16949 requirements and customer-specific quality standards.
• Lead APQP activities, including the development of FMEAs, Control Plans, and successful PPAP submissions.
• Facilitate root cause analysis and implement corrective/preventive actions (e.g., 8D methodology) for internal and customer-identified issues.
• Develop, implement, and monitor Statistical Process Control (SPC) techniques and other process control methodologies.
• Conduct internal and supplier quality system audits to verify adherence to IATF 16949 and other quality standards.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives through data analysis, lean manufacturing principles, and defect reduction programs.
• Manage customer quality concerns, respond to inquiries, and ensure timely resolution of issues.

Recommended Qualifications

• Strong proficiency in IATF 16949 standard and its practical application.
• Demonstrated expertise in AIAG Core Tools (APQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA, SPC).
• Proven experience with problem-solving methodologies (e.g., 8D, 5 Whys, Ishikawa).
• Certified Internal Auditor (IATF 16949) or Lead Auditor certification.
• Solid understanding of manufacturing processes and quality control techniques.
• Proficiency in statistical analysis and quality data interpretation.

Bonus Qualifications

• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.
• Proficiency with statistical software such as Minitab or JMP for advanced data analysis.
• Experience with VDA standards or specific OEM customer requirements (e.g., GM BIQS, Ford Q1).
• Familiarity with quality management systems software (e.g., SAP QM, ETQ Reliance).

Job Titles That Should Apply

Quality Engineer, Quality Assurance Engineer, QA Engineer, Automotive Quality Engineer, IATF 16949 Quality Engineer, Manufacturing Quality Engineer, Supplier Quality Engineer, Process Quality Engineer, Quality Systems Engineer, APQP 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.