Quality Manager - Zeeland Area

Quality Manager | Zeeland, MI

Salary Range: $93,000 - $140,000 depending on experience

Are you a forward-thinking professional with a passion for upholding and enhancing production standards? The Pivot Group is committed to fostering meaningful relationships in the manufacturing community. We partner with companies in Zeeland seeking skilled Quality Managers.

The Opportunity

We are working with companies in Zeeland 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) in accordance with ISO 9001.
• Oversee all quality control activities, including inspections, testing, and non-conformance management.
• Lead root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) to resolve quality issues.
• Manage supplier quality performance through audits, evaluations, and continuous monitoring.
• Ensure product compliance with all relevant industry standards, regulations, and customer specifications.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality and manufacturing processes.
• Monitor key quality metrics, prepare reports, and present findings to senior management.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or a related technical field
• 5+ years of progressive experience in quality management within a manufacturing environment
• Proven expertise in implementing and maintaining ISO 9001 quality management systems (or relevant industry standard)
• Strong proficiency in quality methodologies and tools (e.g., Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, SPC, FMEA, Root Cause Analysis)
• Demonstrated leadership ability to manage and develop quality teams and drive continuous improvement initiatives

Bonus Qualifications

• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification.
• Lead Auditor certification for a relevant industry standard (e.g., ISO 13485, IATF 16949, AS9100).
• Proficiency with advanced statistical analysis software (e.g., Minitab, JMP).
• Experience integrating QMS with ERP systems.

Job Titles That Should Apply

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