Supplier Quality Engineer | Sault Ste. Marie, MI

Salary Range: $81,000 - $114,000 depending on experience

Are you a seasoned professional with a passion for excelling as a supplier quality engineer? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting community growth. We collaborate with leading companies in the Sault Ste. Marie area seeking Supplier Quality Engineers to lead and enhance their operations.

We are building our network of talent in this field across Michigan's manufacturing regions. 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.

This posting covers Supplier Quality Engineer opportunities with manufacturers based in and around Sault Ste. Marie in Chippewa County, within about 45 minutes of the city, including Pickford.

The Opportunity

We partner with organizations in the Sault Ste. Marie area that seek Supplier Quality Engineers. These companies are committed to building strong teams and look for professionals who can lead initiatives effectively. By connecting with The Pivot Group Network, you position yourself for roles that match your background and aspirations.

Usual Responsibilities

• 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.
• Conduct supplier audits and document findings.

Recommended Qualifications

• 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 degree in engineering or a related technical field.

Bonus Qualifications

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

Job Titles That Should Apply

Vendor Quality Engineer, Manufacturing Quality Engineer, Supplier Quality Specialist, Quality Assurance Engineer, Supplier Quality Auditor, Quality Engineer, Supplier Development Engineer, Sourcing Quality Engineer, Incoming Quality Engineer

Work Authorization

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship. Visa sponsorship is not available.

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 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.