Quality Engineer - Whitehall Area

Quality Engineer | Whitehall, MI Salary Range: $76,000 - $110,000 depending on experience Are you a forward-thinking professional with a passion for ensuring product excellence and driving quality improvements? The Pivot Group is committed to fostering meaningful relationships in the manufacturing community. We partner with companies in Whitehall seeking skilled Quality Engineers. The Opportunity We are collaborating with multiple companies in Whitehall 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 Develop and implement quality control plans and procedures. Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions for quality issues. Monitor and analyze quality data to identify trends and drive continuous improvement initiatives. Conduct internal and external audits to ensure compliance with industry standards (e.g., ISO, IATF) and regulatory requirements. Collaborate with production, engineering, and supply chain teams to resolve quality non-conformances. Manage supplier quality, including qualification, performance monitoring, and issue resolution. Participate in new product introduction (NPI) to ensure quality requirements are integrated into design and manufacturing processes. Recommended Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field. 3+ years of experience in a quality engineering role within a manufacturing environment. Proficiency with core quality tools such as FMEA, SPC, MSA, and Root Cause Analysis. Strong understanding and practical experience with ISO 9001 or IATF 16949 quality management systems. Demonstrated ability to lead problem-solving initiatives using structured methodologies (e.g., 8D). Bonus Qualifications Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt certification. Proficiency with advanced statistical software (e.g., Minitab, JMP). ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or Certified Quality Auditor (CQA) certification. Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau). Familiarity with MES or ERP systems in a manufacturing environment. Job Titles That Should Apply Quality Engineer, QA Engineer, Quality Assurance Engineer, Quality Control Engineer, Senior Quality Engineer, Lead Quality Engineer, Principal Quality Engineer, Supplier Quality Engineer, Manufacturing Quality Engineer, Product Quality Engineer, Process Quality Engineer, Reliability Engineer, Quality Specialist, Quality Analyst, Software Quality Engineer, Test 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.