Quality Manager | Byron Center, MI

Salary Range: $93,000 - $140,000 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 Byron Center seeking Quality Managers.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Byron Center region seeking Quality Managers. These employers partner with us because they want real insight into candidates—not just resumes. By joining our network, you gain access to roles worth considering.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain the Quality Management System (QMS) in compliance with ISO 9001 and other relevant standards.
• Oversee all quality control activities, including incoming material inspection, in-process checks, and final product testing.
• Lead root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) for non-conformances and customer complaints.
• Manage supplier quality, including qualification, performance monitoring, and audits to ensure material compliance.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and projects to enhance product quality, process efficiency, and reduce defects.
• Ensure strict adherence to all regulatory requirements, industry standards, and internal quality policies.
• Recruit, train, and manage a team of quality engineers, technicians, and inspectors.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related technical field.
• 5+ years of experience in quality management within a manufacturing environment, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Strong knowledge and practical experience with ISO 9001 quality management systems; IATF 16949 or AS9100 experience is a plus.
• Proven expertise in quality tools and methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma (Green Belt certification preferred), SPC, FMEA, and Root Cause Analysis.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and develop a quality assurance team.

Bonus Qualifications

• Six Sigma Black Belt certification
• Proficiency with advanced statistical analysis software (e.g., Minitab, JMP) or business intelligence tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau)
• Experience implementing Lean manufacturing principles and tools
• Direct experience with advanced manufacturing technologies (e.g., automation, Industry 4.0 concepts)

Job Titles That Should Apply

Quality Manager, QA Manager, Quality Assurance Manager, Senior Quality Manager, Director of Quality, Head of Quality, Quality Control Manager, Quality Systems Manager, Quality & Compliance Manager

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.