IATF Quality Engineer - Kentwood Area

IATF Quality Engineer - Kentwood Area

IATF Quality Engineer | Kentwood, MI

Salary Range: $83,000 - $118,000 depending on experience

The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We are collaborating with companies in Kentwood seeking experienced IATF Quality Engineers.

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 collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Kentwood region seeking IATF Quality Engineers. These employers partner with us because they want real insight into candidates—not just resumes. By joining our network, you gain access to roles worth considering.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement IATF 16949 compliant quality management system processes.
• Conduct internal audits and manage external certification audits to ensure IATF 16949 compliance.
• Lead problem-solving activities using core tools (8D, 5 Whys, Ishikawa) for customer and internal non-conformances.
• Oversee APQP activities, including PPAP submissions and FMEA development.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives through analysis of quality data and metrics.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on new product introductions and process changes to ensure quality requirements are met.
• Manage supplier quality performance, including audits, corrective actions, and new supplier qualification.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or a related technical field.
• 3+ years of experience as a Quality Engineer in a manufacturing environment.
• Proven expertise in IATF 16949 standards and their practical application.
• Strong proficiency in core quality tools such as APQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA, and SPC.
• Demonstrated ability to lead problem-solving initiatives using methodologies like 8D, 5 Whys, or Fishbone diagrams.

Bonus Qualifications

• Additional certifications or training

Job Titles That Should Apply

IATF Quality Engineer, Automotive Quality Engineer, Supplier Quality Engineer, Senior Quality Engineer, Quality Systems Engineer, Manufacturing Quality Engineer, Product Quality Engineer, Process Quality Engineer, Validation Quality Engineer, Reliability 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

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 at The Pivot Group Network 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.

Salary Package: $ 83,000.00 - 118,000.00 (US Dollar)