Quality Engineer - Grand Rapids Area

Quality Engineer | Grand Rapids, MI

Salary Range: $70,000 - $104,000 depending on experience

Are you a skilled professional with a passion for ensuring product excellence and driving quality improvements? The Pivot Group is dedicated to building meaningful connections in the manufacturing community. We are collaborating with companies in Grand Rapids seeking experienced Quality Engineers.

The Opportunity

We are working with companies in Grand Rapids that are adding Quality Engineers to their teams. These organizations value quality over speed in hiring. By connecting with us, you position yourself for opportunities that align with what you're looking for.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions for quality issues.
• Develop, implement, and maintain quality control plans, FMEAs, and other quality documentation.
• Conduct internal and external audits to ensure compliance with quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001, IATF 16949).
• Utilize statistical methods (e.g., SPC, process capability studies) for process monitoring and improvement.
• Support new product introduction through APQP and PPAP processes.
• Manage supplier quality performance, including audits and non-conformance resolution.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (e.g., Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing) 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, Root Cause Analysis, 8D).
• Strong understanding of quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001, IATF 16949) and their implementation.
• Demonstrated ability to lead problem-solving initiatives and drive continuous improvement.
• Experience with GD&T, metrology, and various inspection techniques.

Bonus Qualifications

• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.
• Proficiency with statistical software packages (e.g., Minitab, JMP).
• Certified Internal or Lead Auditor for ISO 9001, AS9100, or IATF 16949.
• Experience with advanced data analysis tools or programming languages (e.g., SQL, Python, R).

Job Titles That Should Apply

Quality Engineer, QA Engineer, Quality Assurance Engineer, Senior Quality Engineer, Lead Quality Engineer, Principal Quality Engineer, Quality Control Engineer, Reliability Engineer, Process 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.