IATF Quality Engineer - Holt Area

Job Description

Job Description

IATF Quality Engineer | Holt, MI

Salary Range: $78,000 - $112,000 depending on experience

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

The Opportunity

We are collaborating with manufacturing firms in Holt that are seeking skilled IATF Quality Engineers. These organizations are dedicated to maintaining high standards and are looking for professionals who can contribute effectively. By joining our network, you position yourself for opportunities aligned with your career goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support the development and maintenance of the IATF 16949 Quality Management System.
• Conduct internal process, product, and system audits to ensure compliance with IATF 16949 and customer specific requirements.
• Drive root cause analysis and implement effective corrective and preventive actions for internal and external non-conformances using methodologies like 8D.
• Participate in APQP activities, including FMEA, Control Plan, MSA, and PPAP submission for new and modified products.
• Monitor and analyze key quality metrics (e.g., scrap, rework, PPM) and lead continuous improvement initiatives.
• Perform process capability studies (Cp, Cpk) and implement Statistical Process Control (SPC) to ensure stable and capable manufacturing processes.
• Ensure compliance with customer specific requirements (CSRs) throughout the product lifecycle.

Recommended Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge and practical application of IATF 16949 standard.
• Proficiency in core automotive quality tools (APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, MSA).
• Demonstrated experience with problem-solving methodologies (e.g., 8D, 5 Whys, Ishikawa).
• Certified IATF 16949 Internal Auditor.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (e.g., Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing).
• Proven experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment.

Bonus Qualifications

• Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt certification.
• Proficiency in advanced statistical software (e.g., Minitab, JMP).
• Experience with other industry-specific quality standards (e.g., VDA, AS9100, ISO 13485).
• Certified Quality Auditor (CQA) or Lead Auditor Certification.

Job Titles That Should Apply

IATF Quality Engineer, Automotive Quality Engineer, Quality Assurance Engineer, QA Engineer, Supplier Quality Engineer, Manufacturing Quality Engineer, Quality Systems Engineer, Process Quality Engineer, Product 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.