Supplier Quality Engineer

The Pivot Group Network • Flint, MI

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About The Position

The Pivot Group Network is building a network of Supplier Quality Engineer candidates for manufacturing companies in and around Flint, Michigan, including Genesee County communities within about 30 minutes of Flint. Partner companies may not have an immediate opening, but candidates may be contacted when a current or future opportunity aligns with their experience and goals. The stated salary range is $84,000–$118,000, depending on experience. The position involves working with manufacturing suppliers to qualify and monitor supplier quality, resolve quality issues, and support product launches. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship. The Pivot Group Network also offers job-search resources including market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation.

Requirements

• Experience in supplier quality or incoming inspection in manufacturing.
• Knowledge of root cause tools such as 8D, 5 Why, and fishbone analysis.
• Familiarity with PPAP, FAI, and control plans.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and specifications.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for supplier interactions.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related technical field.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer or similar certification.
• Experience with ISO 9001 or IATF 16949 audit requirements.
• Background in statistical process control and measurement systems analysis.
• Experience with ERP or supplier quality management software.
• Six Sigma Green Belt or higher.

Responsibilities

• Conduct supplier audits and document findings.
• Approve first article inspections and production part submissions.
• Work with suppliers on root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Maintain supplier scorecards and approved supplier lists.
• Support new product launches by qualifying new suppliers.
• Resolve quality holds and disposition nonconforming material.
• Review supplier quality data and track defect trends.
• Investigate incoming material failures and issue corrective action requests.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level