Quality Engineer - Zeeland Area

Quality Engineer | Zeeland, MI

Salary Range: $73,000 - $107,000 depending on experience

Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for ensuring product excellence and driving quality improvements? The Pivot Group is dedicated to building meaningful connections and supporting community growth. We are collaborating with leading companies in Zeeland seeking experienced Quality Engineers to drive results.

We are working with companies in Zeeland that are adding Quality Engineers 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.

• Develop, implement, and maintain quality control plans and procedures.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement effective corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Conduct internal and external quality audits to ensure compliance with standards and regulations.
• Analyze quality data and metrics to identify trends, drive continuous improvement, and reduce defects.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and supply chain teams to resolve quality issues.
• Manage and maintain quality documentation, including specifications, inspection records, and control plans.
• Support new product introduction (NPI) by ensuring quality requirements are met throughout the development cycle.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field
• 3-5+ years of experience in a Quality Engineering role within a manufacturing environment
• Proficiency with core quality tools such as SPC, FMEA, Control Plans, and root cause analysis (e.g., 8D, 5 Whys)
• Strong understanding and application of quality management systemse.g., ISO 9001, IATF 16949)
• Demonstrated ability to collect, analyze, and interpret data using statistical methods and software (e.g., Minitab)

• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or Certified Six Sigma Black Belt (CSSBB)
• Proficiency with statistical software such as Minitab or JMP
• Experience with specific industry quality standards (e.g., ISO 13485, IATF 16949, AS9100)
• Familiarity with programming languages (e.g., Python, R) for advanced data analysis
• Demonstrated experience leading Lean or Six Sigma improvement projects

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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.