Quality Specialist Jobs in Michigan
Quality Specialist jobs in Michigan are in steady demand, concentrated in the state's automotive, advanced manufacturing, and medical device sectors, with openings at every level from entry-level inspector to senior quality engineer. Detroit, Grand Rapids, and Lansing are the primary hiring hubs, anchored by employers like General Motors, Stellantis, and Stryker, which maintain large quality teams across assembly, supply chain, and product development. The most in-demand specialties right now are supplier quality, quality management systems auditing, and production quality control. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Foods you love. Brands you trust. And a career that empowers you to grow.
At Nestlé USA, we’re all working towards the same goal – to delight and deliver for our consumers. With a rich portfolio of beloved brands, including DiGiorno, Toll House, and Coffee mate, in 97% of U.S. households, we have a unique opportunity – and responsibility – to be there for every moment in our consumers’ lives.
Joining Nestlé means becoming part of an inclusive workplace that inspires innovation, encourages strategic thinking and creativity, and celebrates your achievements. No matter where you work within the organization, you are empowered to challenge the status quo, embrace risk-taking, and pioneer new ideas. Our supportive and collaborative environment encourages bold ambitions and continuous learning so that everyone can grow and thrive.
This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.
JOB SUMMARY:
As a Senior Quality Specialist at Nestlé Nutrition & Health, your mission is to ensure quality by design through scientific and technical guidance that supports innovation and delivers products and processes right first time. You will bring microbiological safety expertise to the innovation projects and support the overall product category. You’ll make a difference by collaborating closely with cross-functional project teams, operations, and factory partners. This is your opportunity to take ownership, grow your expertise, and make a difference on a scale. You will support our Nutrition & Health Meals & Drinks category global manufacturing network by creating and maintaining category specific specifications to assure Quality by Design.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Quality Mastership
- Project team member engaged in NDC Innovation / Renovation projects assuring Quality function deliverables throughout project stages.
- Perform Food Safety Assessments and develop pHACCP and pQMS for new product/technology projects, including support to factories for implementation. Maintains and creates model HACCP, rMMS, and other categories or Nestle standards and guidance instructions.
- Ensures Quality and Food Safety technical knowledge transfers to operations through engagement, training and handover of projects. Provides training to all functions which need to have an insight into quality and food safety, and which need to implement quality and food safety in their own job deliverables.
- Guarantees full compliance with Nestlé Standards and Regulatory requirements.
- Provides support for Nestle Development Center Pilot Plant Quality and site compliance
- Embraces and leverages digital solutions and platforms to enable speed and accuracy. Seeks to find or develop new digital solutions to enhance the output of the role to ensure we maintain a competitive advantage
Quality auditing and verification
- Promote compliance with the Nestle Management System requirements and other applicable Standards.
- Support visits from regulatory bodies, such as FDA or USDA, and external certification bodies. In addition, supports factory trials or vendor qualification as required by project.
- Leads microbiological safety requirements and risk assessments for the category; also partners with the global microbiological safety network
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor's Degree Required, Food Science, Microbiology, Biology, Biotechnology, or other related science degrees; Preferred; master’s in microbiology, Food Safety
EXPERIENCE & SKILLS REQUIREMENTS
- Minimum of 5 - 7 years of experience in food industry in quality, R&D or manufacturing areas
- Team member in the quality department of a factory, PTC/R&D, Centre, NR, NQACs
- HACCP team member
- ISO 9001 and FSSC 22000 certification is preferred
- Ingredient specifications
- Experience with quality by design
- Direct experience in microbiology, microbiological safety, factory hygiene required
Salary: $88,954.20 to $121,851.00 per year
Bonus Eligibility: Yes
The pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to knowledge, skills and abilities as well as geographic location. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at top of range.
Nestlé offers performance-based incentives and a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k with company match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Incentives and/or benefit packages may vary depending on the position. Learn more at https://www.nestlejobs.com/nestle-in-the-us-benefits
It is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace.
To our veterans and separated service members, you're at the forefront of our minds as we recruit top talent to join Nestlé. The skills you've gained while serving our country, such as flexibility, agility, and leadership, are much like the skills that will make you successful in this role. In addition, with our commitment to an inclusive work environment, we recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by individuals with disabilities. Nestlé seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you’ll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestlé home.
The Nestlé Companies are equal employment opportunity employers. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Contact us at accommodations@nestle.com or please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator: 1-800-321-6467.
This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.
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Quality Specialist Job Market in Michigan
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Top Industries Hiring
- Automotive
- Education
- Manufacturing
- Medical Devices
- Technology & Software
What Michigan Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in quality specialist jobs across Michigan.
- ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or Certified Quality Auditor (CQA) credential preferred or required
- Experience with IATF 16949 or ISO 9001 quality management system standards in a manufacturing environment
- Proficiency in core automotive quality tools including APQP, PPAP, FMEA, and control plans
- Hands-on experience with statistical process control, measurement system analysis, and root cause analysis
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, manufacturing technology, or a closely related technical field
- Familiarity with AIAG standards and supplier quality development within automotive supply chains
Quality Specialist Jobs in Michigan: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a quality specialist in Michigan?
Most Michigan employers require a bachelor's degree in engineering, manufacturing technology, or a related field, though significant hands-on manufacturing experience can substitute at some companies. There is no state-issued license specific to quality specialists in Michigan, but earning an ASQ certification such as the Certified Quality Engineer or Certified Quality Technician is the most recognized credential in the state's automotive and manufacturing sectors and frequently listed as a requirement in job postings.
Which companies hire quality specialists in Michigan?
Employers hiring quality specialists in Michigan right now include Stellantis, Corewell Health, and Tremco CPG, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Michigan's deep automotive supply chain means many openings also come from Tier 1 and Tier 2 suppliers concentrated in the Southeast Michigan corridor.
Which Michigan cities have the most quality specialist jobs?
Auburn Hills, Grand Rapids, and Warren lead Michigan for quality specialist openings. Detroit and its surrounding suburbs drive the largest share of postings because of the dense concentration of automotive OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers headquartered there, while Grand Rapids generates steady demand from medical device manufacturers and diversified industrial companies, and Lansing sees consistent hiring tied to General Motors assembly and state government-affiliated manufacturing programs.
Are there remote quality specialist jobs in Michigan?
Yes, but they're rare. Quality specialist work is largely hands-on, requiring physical presence on production floors, supplier sites, or lab environments, which limits remote options compared to desk-based roles. About 53% of quality specialist openings tied to Michigan are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those positions tend to be concentrated in supplier quality auditing, documentation and compliance management, or quality systems consulting roles.
How can I get hired as a quality specialist in Michigan with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is starting as a quality inspector or quality technician, roles that large Michigan manufacturers regularly hire without requiring prior quality-specific experience. Companies like General Motors, Stellantis, and Magna International run structured new-hire programs and rotational assignments that move technicians into specialist roles over time. Earning an ASQ Certified Quality Improvement Associate credential before applying gives candidates a concrete edge, and lateral moves from production operator, CMM technician, or manufacturing associate positions are common at Michigan automotive and medical device facilities.
Where can I find and apply to quality specialist jobs in Michigan?
You can find and apply to quality specialist jobs in Michigan on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state's automotive, manufacturing, and medical device sectors. Find roles that fit your experience and apply directly to the employer.
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