Quality Engineer | Allegan, MI

Salary Range: $71,000 - $105,000 depending on experience

Are you a dedicated professional with a passion for ensuring product excellence and driving quality improvements? The Pivot Group is committed to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We partner with leading manufacturing companies in Allegan, seeking experienced Quality Engineers to strengthen their teams.

The Opportunity

We are collaborating with multiple companies in Allegan seeking experienced Quality Engineers. These organizations value long-term fit and are looking for professionals who bring both skill and alignment. By joining our network, you gain access to opportunities tailored to your goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) for quality issues.
• Develop, implement, and maintain quality control plans and procedures for manufacturing processes.
• Monitor key quality performance indicators and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Perform internal and external audits to ensure compliance with quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001).
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (production, engineering, R&D) to ensure product quality throughout the lifecycle.
• Manage and maintain quality documentation, including FMEAs, control plans, and work instructions.
• Utilize statistical process control (SPC) and other quality tools to analyze data and improve process capability.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field.
• 3+ years of experience as a Quality Engineer in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in core quality tools and methodologies (e.g., FMEA, SPC, MSA, Root Cause Analysis, PPAP).
• Strong understanding and application of ISO 9001 or other relevant quality management systems.
• Demonstrated ability in data analysis, statistical methods, and problem-solving.

Bonus Qualifications

• Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt certification.
• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or Certified Quality Auditor (CQA) certification.
• Proficiency with statistical analysis software such as Minitab or JMP.
• Experience with specific industry standards (e.g., IATF 16949, AS9100, ISO 13485).

Job Titles That Should Apply

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