Quality Engineer - East Lansing Area

Quality Engineer | East Lansing, MI

Salary Range: $68,000 - $102,000 depending on experience

Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for ensuring product excellence and driving quality improvements? The Pivot Group is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career advancement. We are collaborating with leading companies in East Lansing seeking experienced Quality Engineers.

The Opportunity

We are collaborating with manufacturing firms in East Lansing that are seeking skilled Quality Engineers. These organizations are dedicated to maintaining high standards and are looking for professionals who can contribute effectively. By joining our network, you position yourself for opportunities aligned with your career goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement quality control plans and procedures.
• Conduct root cause analysis for quality issues and implement effective corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Monitor and analyze production processes using statistical process control (SPC) to ensure product quality.
• Perform product and process audits to verify compliance with specifications, standards, and regulations.
• Collaborate with design, production, and supply chain teams to integrate quality requirements throughout the product lifecycle.
• Manage and maintain quality documentation, including inspection records, procedures, and work instructions.
• Utilize quality tools such as FMEA, MSA, and PPAP for process improvement and new product introduction.
• Participate in supplier quality management activities, including audits and performance monitoring.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field.
• 3+ years of experience in a Quality Engineering role within a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in core quality tools and methodologies (e.g., SPC, MSA, FMEA, Control Plans, PPAP, Root Cause Analysis).
• Strong understanding and practical application of Quality Management Systems (e.g., ISO 9001, IATF 16949).
• Demonstrated ability to apply statistical methods for process control, data analysis, and problem-solving.
• Experience with various inspection techniques, metrology equipment, and gauge calibration.

Bonus Qualifications

• ASQ Certification (e.g., CQE, CSSBB, CQA)
• Proficiency with statistical software such as Minitab or JMP
• Experience with Lean manufacturing principles or Six Sigma methodologies
• Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) for quality data management

Job Titles That Should Apply

Quality Engineer, QA Engineer, Quality Assurance Engineer, Senior Quality Engineer, Lead Quality Engineer, Quality Control Engineer, Product Quality Engineer, Manufacturing Quality Engineer, Supplier Quality Engineer, Software 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.