Quality Assurance Manager Jobs in Michigan

Quality Assurance Manager jobs in Michigan are consistently active, with strong demand concentrated in automotive manufacturing, life sciences, and defense contracting and openings at every level from quality engineer stepping into management through senior QA director. Detroit, Grand Rapids, and Ann Arbor are the state's busiest hiring markets, where employers like Ford Motor Company, Pfizer's Michigan operations, and General Dynamics Land Systems maintain ongoing quality management needs. Process validation, supplier quality, and FDA-regulated manufacturing compliance are the most sought-after specialties across the state. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles67
Top employerSME
Top cityDetroit, MI
Cities hiring42
Work type57% On-site
Top industryConsulting

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Staff Services Analyst I/II/III (Quality Assurance- Behavioral Health Dept.)
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Staff Services Analyst I/II/III (Quality Assurance- Behavioral Health Dept.)
MONO COUNTY
Walker, Michigan
Compliance & Risk
Cybersecurity
IT Support
$68k - $100k/yr
Bachelor's degree

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General Motors (GM)
Sr. Quality Assurance Engineer
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Sr. Quality Assurance Engineer
General Motors (GM)
Flint, Michigan
Project Management
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
Technical Product & Program Management
Bachelor's degree in engineering
10,000+

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Federal Bureau of Prisons
Quality Assurance Specialist (Quality Assurance Manager) (UNICOR)
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Quality Assurance Specialist (Quality Assurance Manager) (UNICOR)
Federal Bureau of Prisons
Milan, Michigan
Project Management
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
Technical Product & Program Management
$70k - $107k/yr
On-Site
Doctoral degree in statistics
10,000+

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Quality Assurance Specialist
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Quality Assurance Specialist
Austem America Inc.
Plymouth, Michigan
Business Operations
Logistics & Fleet Management
Project Management
On-Site
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

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Pfizer
Quality Assurance Manager, Medical Device & Combination Products
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Quality Assurance Manager, Medical Device & Combination Products
Pfizer
Kalamazoo, Michigan
Program Management
Project Management
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
$89k - $165k/yr
Hybrid
Master's degree

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Quality Assurance Manager Jobs by City in Michigan

Where Michigan roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Detroit
5 jobs
Grand Rapids
5 jobs
Wyoming
3 jobs
Plymouth
3 jobs
Kalamazoo
3 jobs
Clinton Township
3 jobs
Farmington Hills
3 jobs
Walker
2 jobs
Dearborn
2 jobs

Quality Assurance Manager Job Market in Michigan

A snapshot from current Michigan openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

SME
SME4 open roles
General Motors (GM)
General Motors (GM)2 open roles
Wayne Metropolitan Community Action Agency
Wayne Metropolitan Community Action Agency2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Consulting & Professional Services
  • Distribution & Wholesale
  • Healthcare & Medical Services
  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals

What Michigan Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in quality assurance manager jobs across Michigan.

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, science, or a related technical field required
  • Hands-on experience leading quality management systems such as ISO 9001 or IATF 16949
  • Demonstrated knowledge of APQP, PPAP, FMEA, and automotive core quality tools
  • Experience managing cross-functional teams and conducting internal or supplier audits
  • Proficiency with quality data analysis tools including SPC, Six Sigma, or Minitab
  • ASQ Certified Quality Manager or Certified Quality Engineer credential strongly preferred

Quality Assurance Manager Jobs in Michigan: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a quality assurance manager in Michigan?

Most quality assurance managers in Michigan start with a bachelor's degree in engineering, manufacturing, or a science discipline, then build several years of hands-on quality engineering or technician experience before moving into management. Michigan does not issue a state license for this role, but earning an ASQ Certified Quality Manager or Certified Quality Engineer credential is a recognized standard that Michigan employers consistently look for, particularly in automotive and regulated manufacturing environments.

How much do quality assurance managers make in Michigan?

Quality assurance managers in Michigan earn a median of about $120,660 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $77,110 for the lowest 10% to over $182,060 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire quality assurance managers in Michigan?

Employers hiring quality assurance managers in Michigan right now include SME, General Motors (GM), and Wayne Metropolitan Community Action Agency, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Michigan's deep base of automotive OEMs, Tier 1 suppliers, medical device firms, and aerospace contractors means quality management roles appear across a wide range of established companies throughout the state.

Which Michigan cities have the most quality assurance manager jobs?

Detroit, Grand Rapids, and Michigan account for the most quality assurance manager openings in Michigan. Detroit and its surrounding suburbs drive the largest share because of the region's concentration of automotive OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, while Grand Rapids draws demand from medical device and food manufacturing companies, and Ann Arbor's presence of research-oriented and life sciences employers adds a steady stream of openings in regulated quality roles.

Are there remote quality assurance manager jobs in Michigan?

Yes, but they're limited, because quality assurance management typically requires direct oversight of production floors, supplier sites, and physical inspection processes. About 43% of quality assurance manager openings tied to Michigan are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those positions tend to involve documentation governance, supplier audit coordination, or quality systems administration rather than hands-on manufacturing oversight.

How can I get hired as a quality assurance manager in Michigan with little or no experience?

The most realistic path is moving into a quality assurance manager role from a quality engineer, quality technician, or manufacturing engineer position at a Michigan automotive or industrial employer. Large Michigan manufacturers and Tier 1 automotive suppliers regularly hire quality engineers who demonstrate leadership on APQP or corrective action projects and promote from within. Earning an ASQ Certified Quality Technician credential while working in an adjacent role strengthens a candidacy significantly. Associate or co-op programs at Michigan's engineering schools, particularly those with industry partnerships in the Detroit metro, also provide a direct entry point into quality-focused manufacturing careers.

Where can I find and apply to quality assurance manager jobs in Michigan?

You can find and apply to quality assurance manager jobs in Michigan on Migrate Mate, which lists current Michigan openings. Find the roles that fit your background and apply directly.

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