Advanced Quality Engineer - Traverse City Area

Advanced Quality Engineer | Traverse City, MI Salary Range: $87,000 - $128,000 depending on experience Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for excelling in advanced quality engineer? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to building meaningful connections and supporting community growth. We are collaborating with leading companies in Traverse City seeking experienced Advanced Quality Engineers to drive results. We are building our network of talent in this field across West Michigan and the broader manufacturing region Pivot Group Network serves. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out. The Opportunity We are working with companies in Traverse City that are adding Advanced 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. Key Responsibilities Develop and implement advanced quality control plans for new and existing products. Lead root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions for complex quality issues. Utilize statistical methods and tools for process monitoring and improvement. Drive continuous improvement initiatives through data analysis and problem-solving. Collaborate with design and manufacturing teams to ensure quality at all stages of the product lifecycle. Conduct supplier quality audits and drive supplier quality improvement programs. Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior quality engineers. Recommended Qualifications Strong communication and problem-solving skills Bonus Qualifications ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) certification Experience with Six Sigma Black Belt methodologies Familiarity with Minitab or other statistical software for data analysis Knowledge of APQP, PPAP, FMEA, and Control Plans Experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment Job Titles That Should Apply Principal Quality Engineer, Senior Quality Engineer, Lead Quality Engineer, Staff Quality Engineer, Quality Assurance Engineer, Advanced QA Engineer, Quality Systems Engineer, Reliability Engineer, Process Quality Engineer, Supplier Quality Engineer, Manufacturing Quality Engineer Why The Pivot Group Network The Pivot Group Network 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. Learn more at https://www.thepivotgroup.org. If you're ready to take the next step in your career…