Quality Manager - Hart Area

Quality Manager | Hart, MI

Salary Range: $90,000 - $137,000 depending on experience

Are you a seasoned professional with a passion for upholding and enhancing production standards? The Pivot Group is committed to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting community growth. We are collaborating with leading companies in Hart seeking Quality Managers to lead and enhance their operations.

The Opportunity

We partner with manufacturers across Hart seeking Quality Managers who want more than a lateral move. These companies hire intentionally, and we connect them with professionals ready for roles that fit.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain the Quality Management System (QMS) to ensure compliance with industry standards (e.g., ISO 9001).
• Lead and direct the quality control team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Oversee all quality assurance activities, including inspection, testing, and process control.
• Develop, implement, and monitor corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) for non-conformances.
• Conduct internal and external audits to verify adherence to quality standards and regulations.
• Analyze quality data and metrics to identify trends, root causes, and areas for improvement.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and supply chain to ensure product quality from design to delivery.

Recommended Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive experience in quality management within a manufacturing environment.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or a related technical field.
• In-depth knowledge and practical experience with ISO 9001 quality management systems.
• Proficiency in quality methodologies and tools (e.g., Six Sigma, Lean, SPC, FMEA, Root Cause Analysis).
• Demonstrated leadership and team management abilities, with a focus on continuous improvement.

Bonus Qualifications

• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification
• Certified Quality Auditor (CQA) or Lead Auditor certification
• Proficiency with statistical analysis software (e.g., Minitab, JMP)
• Experience with advanced quality planning tools (e.g., APQP, PPAP, FMEA)

Job Titles That Should Apply

Quality Manager, Quality Assurance Manager, QA Manager, Director of Quality, Head of Quality, Senior Quality Manager, 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.