Quality Manager - St. Johns Area

Quality Manager | St. Johns, MI

Salary Range: $92,000 - $139,000 depending on experience

Are you a dedicated professional with a passion for upholding and enhancing production standards? The Pivot Group is committed to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We partner with leading manufacturing companies in St. Johns, seeking experienced Quality Managers to strengthen their teams.

The Opportunity

We are partnering with organizations in St. Johns that are seeking Quality Managers. These companies are committed to building strong teams and are looking for professionals who can lead initiatives effectively. By connecting with Pivot Group, you position yourself for roles that match your background and aspirations.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain the Quality Management System (QMS).
• Lead and manage all aspects of product quality assurance and control.
• Conduct internal and external quality audits to ensure compliance with standards.
• Drive root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions for non-conformances.
• Manage and mentor the quality assurance team, fostering a culture of quality.
• Monitor and improve manufacturing processes to reduce defects and waste.
• Oversee supplier quality management and performance.

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.
• In-depth knowledge of ISO 9001 and other relevant industry-specific quality standards (e.g., IATF 16949, AS9100).
• Proficiency in quality methodologies and tools (e.g., SPC, FMEA, Root Cause Analysis, Lean, Six Sigma).
• Proven leadership and team management skills, with experience developing and implementing quality strategies.

Bonus Qualifications

• Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt certification
• Certified Quality Auditor (CQA) or Lead Auditor certification (e.g., ISO 9001)
• Experience with advanced statistical analysis software (e.g., Minitab, JMP)
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification

Job Titles That Should Apply

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