Advanced Quality Engineer | Allegan, MI

Salary Range: $86,000 - $127,000 depending on experience

Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for excelling in advanced quality engineer? The Pivot Group is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career advancement. We are collaborating with leading companies in Allegan seeking experienced Advanced Quality Engineers.

The Opportunity

We are working with companies in Allegan that are adding Advanced Quality Engineers to their teams. These organizations value quality over speed in hiring. By connecting with us, you position yourself for opportunities that align with what you're looking for.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) and Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) activities for new product introductions and changes.
• Drive root cause analysis and implement effective corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) for internal and external quality issues using methodologies like 8D.
• Facilitate the development and continuous improvement of FMEAs, Control Plans, and Process Flow Diagrams.
• Develop and implement statistical process control (SPC) and measurement system analysis (MSA) strategies to ensure process capability and measurement integrity.
• Conduct internal and supplier quality audits to ensure compliance with quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001, IATF 16949) and drive continuous improvement.
• Utilize Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to identify, lead, and implement quality improvement projects across manufacturing processes.
• Analyze quality data, metrics, and trends to identify areas for improvement and report on overall quality performance.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related technical field.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in quality engineering within a high-volume manufacturing environment.
• Proficient in advanced quality tools and methodologies (e.g., APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, MSA, 8D problem-solving).
• Strong understanding and practical experience with quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001, IATF 16949).
• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or Six Sigma Green Belt/Black Belt certification.
• Demonstrated ability to lead root cause analysis, implement corrective actions, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Bonus Qualifications

• Certified Six Sigma Black Belt (CSSBB)
• Lead Auditor certification (e.g., ISO 9001, IATF 16949)
• Proficiency in statistical programming languages (e.g., R, Python) for advanced data analysis
• Experience with Quality Management System (QMS) software implementation or administration

Job Titles That Should Apply

Advanced Quality Engineer, Senior Quality Engineer, Lead Quality Engineer, Principal Quality Engineer, Quality Assurance Engineer, Quality Systems Engineer, Reliability Engineer, Process Quality Engineer, Manufacturing Quality Engineer, Supplier 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.