Advanced Quality Engineer | Walker, MI

Salary Range: $86,000 - $126,000 depending on experience

Are you a meticulous professional with a passion for excelling in advanced quality engineer? The Pivot Group is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We are collaborating with companies in Walker seeking experienced Advanced Quality Engineers.

The Opportunity

We are partnering with organizations in Walker that are seeking Advanced Quality Engineers. These companies are committed to building strong teams and are looking for professionals who can lead initiatives effectively. By connecting with Pivot Group, you position yourself for roles that match your background and aspirations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) and Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) activities.
• Conduct advanced root cause analysis and implement effective corrective and preventative actions (CAPA).
• Develop, implement, and maintain FMEAs, Control Plans, and other quality documentation.
• Drive continuous improvement projects utilizing Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Collaborate with R&D and manufacturing teams to ensure quality requirements are met for new product introductions.
• Monitor and analyze quality performance data, identifying trends and recommending improvements.
• Support supplier quality management through audits and performance monitoring.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or a related technical field.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in quality engineering within a high-volume manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated expertise in advanced quality tools and methodologies (e.g., SPC, MSA, FMEA, Control Plans, APQP, PPAP).
• Proven ability to lead complex root cause analysis, corrective, and preventive action initiatives (e.g., 8D, A3).
• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or Certified Six Sigma Black Belt (CSSBB) certification.
• Strong knowledge and practical application of quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001, IATF 16949).

Bonus Qualifications

• Certified Reliability Engineer (CRE) or Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence (CMQ/OE)
• Proficiency in advanced statistical software (e.g., Minitab, JMP) for complex data analysis and Design of Experiments (DOE)
• Experience with Design for Six Sigma (DFSS) methodologies and tools
• Certified Lead Auditor for ISO 9001, IATF 16949, or AS9100
• Experience developing and implementing data visualization dashboards using tools like Power BI or Tableau

Job Titles That Should Apply

Advanced Quality Engineer, Senior Quality Engineer, Principal Quality Engineer, Lead Quality Engineer, Staff Quality Engineer, Advanced QA Engineer, Senior Reliability Engineer, Quality Systems Engineer, Senior Product Quality Engineer, Advanced Manufacturing Quality Engineer, Quality Engineering Specialist

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.