Quality Supervisor - Traverse City Area

Quality Supervisor | Traverse City, MI

Salary Range: $69,000 - $98,000 depending on experience

Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for leading quality teams and maintaining product standards? The Pivot Group is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career advancement. We are collaborating with leading companies in Traverse City seeking experienced Quality Supervisors.

The Opportunity

We are collaborating with multiple companies in Traverse City seeking experienced Quality Supervisors. 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

• Supervise and lead a team of quality inspectors and technicians.
• Oversee the implementation and adherence to quality control procedures and standards.
• Conduct regular product inspections, process audits, and quality checks.
• Investigate quality non-conformances, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain comprehensive quality documentation and generate performance reports.
• Develop and deliver quality training programs for production and quality personnel.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives for manufacturing processes and product quality.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or a related technical field.
• 3-5 years of experience in quality assurance/control in a manufacturing environment, with at least 1-2 years in a supervisory role.
• Strong knowledge of ISO 9001 and experience with quality management systems.
• Proficiency in quality tools such as SPC, FMEA, Root Cause Analysis, and 8D methodology.
• Demonstrated leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Bonus Qualifications

• ASQ Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence (CMQ/OE) or Six Sigma Black Belt certification
• Experience with specific Quality Management System (QMS) software platforms (e.g., MasterControl, Sparta Systems) or ERP quality modules
• Demonstrated experience in supplier quality management, including audits and performance monitoring
• Lead Auditor certification for relevant industry standards (e.g., ISO 9001, IATF 16949, ISO 13485)

Job Titles That Should Apply

Quality Supervisor, QA Supervisor, Quality Assurance Supervisor, Quality Control Supervisor, Quality Team Lead, Senior Quality Supervisor, Manufacturing Quality Supervisor, Production Quality Supervisor, Quality Lead

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.