Quality Manager - Kentwood Area

Quality Manager | Kentwood, MI

Salary Range: $94,000 - $141,000 depending on experience

Are you a meticulous professional with a passion for upholding and enhancing production standards? The Pivot Group is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We are collaborating with companies in Kentwood seeking experienced Quality Managers.

The Opportunity

We are working with companies in Kentwood that are adding Quality Managers 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

• Develop, implement, and maintain the Quality Management System (QMS).
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and customer specifications.
• Lead root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) for quality issues.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality and process efficiency.
• Manage supplier quality, including audits and performance monitoring.
• Oversee all quality control activities, including inspection, testing, and documentation.
• Analyze quality data and metrics to identify trends and report on quality performance.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related technical field.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in quality management within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of ISO 9001 and other relevant quality management systems (e.g., IATF 16949, AS9100).
• Proficiency with quality tools and methodologies (e.g., SPC, FMEA, PPAP, 8D problem-solving).
• Proven leadership and team development skills, with experience managing quality personnel.
• Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification preferred.

Bonus Qualifications

• Six Sigma Black Belt certification
• Experience implementing digital quality management systems (DQMS) or advanced analytics for quality improvement
• Proven ability to build and sustain a strong quality culture within an organization
• Knowledge of specific industry regulatory standards (e.g., AS9100, IATF 16949, ISO 13485)

Job Titles That Should Apply

Quality Manager, Quality Assurance Manager, QA Manager, Quality Control Manager, Senior Quality Manager, Director of Quality, Head of Quality, Quality Systems Manager, Manager of Quality, Quality Operations 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.