Supplier Quality Engineer - Cadillac Area

We partner with manufacturers across Cadillac seeking Supplier Quality Engineers who want more than a lateral move. These companies hire intentionally, and we connect them with professionals ready for roles that fit.

• →Develop and implement supplier quality improvement programs.
• →Conduct supplier audits and assessments to ensure compliance with quality standards.
• →Investigate and resolve supplier-related quality issues, including corrective and preventive actions.
• →Collaborate with engineering and sourcing teams on new product development and supplier selection.
• →Monitor and report on key supplier quality performance metrics.
• →Drive continuous improvement initiatives with suppliers to enhance product quality and reliability.

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related technical field
• 3+ years experience in quality engineering within a manufacturing environment
• Strong understanding of quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001, AS9100) and tools (e.g., PPAP, APQP, FMEA, SPC)
• Proven experience conducting supplier audits and driving corrective actions
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and industry standards
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills

• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or Certified Supplier Quality Professional (CSQP)
• Experience with advanced quality tools such as APQP, PPAP, FMEA, and SPC
• Familiarity with various manufacturing processes (e.g., machining, casting, injection molding, welding)
• Proficiency in data analysis and statistical software (e.g., Minitab, JMP)
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification

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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 and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out at https://www.thepivotgroup.org. 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.