IATF Quality Engineer - Kentwood Area

Job Description

Job Description

IATF Quality Engineer | Kentwood, MI

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

Are you ready to take on a challenging and rewarding opportunity in {{role_field}}? The Pivot Group is committed to building meaningful connections in manufacturing. We partner with leading companies in Kentwood seeking IATF Quality Engineers.

The Opportunity

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

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support IATF 16949 compliance and certification efforts within the manufacturing facility.
• Manage APQP activities and ensure successful PPAP submissions for new products and process changes.
• Conduct root cause analysis using 8D methodology and implement effective corrective and preventive actions for internal and external quality issues.
• Develop, implement, and maintain Process FMEAs, Control Plans, and process flow diagrams.
• Perform internal and supplier quality system audits to ensure adherence to IATF 16949 and customer specific requirements.
• Analyze quality data (e.g., SPC, scrap, rework) to identify trends, drive continuous improvement, and reduce defects.
• Facilitate Measurement System Analysis (MSA) studies and ensure calibration requirements are met for critical equipment.

Recommended Qualifications

• Deep understanding and practical application of IATF 16949 standards.
• Proficiency in core automotive quality tools: APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, and MSA.
• Demonstrated experience with problem-solving methodologies (e.g., 8D, 5 Whys, Ishikawa) and root cause analysis.
• Ability to conduct internal and supplier audits, with IATF 16949 Lead Auditor certification preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field.
• Minimum 3-5 years of quality engineering experience in an automotive manufacturing environment.

Bonus Qualifications

• Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt certification.
• Certified Quality Auditor (CQA) or Lead Auditor certification (e.g., IATF 16949).
• Proficiency in advanced statistical software (e.g., Minitab, JMP) for complex data analysis.
• Proven experience in supplier quality development and on-site process audits.

Job Titles That Should Apply

IATF Quality Engineer, Automotive Quality Engineer, Quality Assurance Engineer (Automotive), Supplier Quality Engineer, Quality Systems Engineer, Manufacturing Quality Engineer, Process Quality Engineer, IATF Specialist, Senior Quality Engineer (Automotive), QA Engineer (Automotive

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.