The posting
Quality Supervisor | Niles, MI
Salary Range: $69,000 - $98,000 depending on experience
Are you a forward-thinking professional with a passion for leading quality teams and maintaining product standards? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to fostering meaningful relationships in the manufacturing community. We partner with companies in the Niles area seeking skilled Quality Supervisors.
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 Quality Supervisor opportunities with manufacturers based in and around Niles in Berrien County, within about 45 minutes of the city, including Benton Harbor, St. Joseph, Stevensville, and Dowagiac.
The Opportunity
We partner with manufacturers across the Niles area seeking Quality Supervisors who want more than a lateral move. These companies hire intentionally, and we connect them with professionals ready for roles that fit.
Usual Responsibilities
- Lead root cause analysis and corrective action activities.
- Maintain and audit the quality management system.
- Coordinate calibration and inspection equipment upkeep.
- Track quality metrics and report trends to plant leadership.
- Support internal and external audits and customer visits.
- Supervise quality inspectors and technicians on assigned shifts.
- Review production and inspection records for accuracy and completeness.
- Investigate customer complaints and internal nonconformances.
Recommended Qualifications
- Working knowledge of ISO 9001 and core quality tools.
- Experience with root cause analysis and corrective action methods.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Bachelor degree in engineering, quality, or a related field.
- Three to five years of quality experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Prior experience leading or supervising inspection teams.
Bonus Qualifications
- Experience in automotive or medical device manufacturing.
- Familiarity with statistical process control and gage R and R.
- Lean or Six Sigma Green Belt training.
- Experience with quality software and ERP systems.
- Certified Quality Engineer or Certified Quality Auditor credential.
Job Titles That Should Apply
Quality Team Lead, Supplier Quality Engineer, Manufacturing Quality Supervisor, Quality Assurance Supervisor, Quality Control Supervisor, Quality Manager, Quality Engineer, Quality Assurance Manager, Inspection Supervisor
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.



