Supplier Quality Engineer - Zeeland Area

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Zeeland region seeking Supplier 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.

• →Develop and implement supplier quality management strategies and procedures.
• →Conduct supplier audits and assessments to ensure compliance with quality standards and specifications.
• →Drive root cause analysis and corrective actions for supplier-related quality issues.
• →Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define supplier quality requirements for new product introductions.
• →Monitor and report on key supplier quality performance metrics, identifying areas for improvement.
• →Manage supplier qualification and disqualification processes based on quality performance.

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related technical field
• 3+ years experience in supplier quality or manufacturing quality within a manufacturing environment
• Strong understanding of quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001) and quality tools (e.g., PPAP, APQP, FMEA, SPC)
• Demonstrated ability to conduct supplier audits and drive corrective actions
• Experience with root cause analysis and problem-solving methodologies (e.g., 8D, 5 Whys)

• Experience with AI-powered quality tools or predictive analytics in a manufacturing setting.
• Certification or demonstrated experience in advanced statistical techniques (e.g., Six Sigma Black Belt, ASQ Certified Quality Engineer with a focus on advanced statistics).
• Proven ability to lead and mentor junior engineers or cross-functional teams on quality improvement projects.
• Experience with complex ERP systems and their application to quality data management and supplier performance tracking.

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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.