Quality Technician | Grand Haven, MI

Salary Range: $42,000 - $65,000 depending on experience

Are you a skilled professional with a passion for inspection, testing, and ensuring product quality? The Pivot Group is dedicated to building meaningful connections in the manufacturing community. We are collaborating with companies in Grand Haven seeking experienced Quality Technicians.

The Opportunity

We are working with companies in Grand Haven that are adding Quality Technicians to their teams. These organizations value quality over speed in hiring. By connecting with us, you position yourself for opportunities that align with what you're looking for.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform detailed inspections of incoming materials, in-process production, and finished products according to specifications.
• Utilize precision measuring instruments (e.g., calipers, micrometers, gauges, CMM) to verify product dimensions and characteristics.
• Document inspection results accurately, generate quality reports, and maintain comprehensive quality records.
• Identify and isolate non-conforming materials or products, initiate non-conformance reports, and support disposition processes.
• Assist in the investigation of quality issues, participate in root cause analysis, and support corrective action implementation.
• Conduct calibration checks on quality control equipment and maintain calibration records.
• Support the development and revision of quality control plans, inspection procedures, and work instructions.

Recommended Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; technical certification in quality or a related field preferred.
• 1-3 years of experience in a manufacturing quality control or inspection role.
• Proficiency with precision measurement tools (e.g., calipers, micrometers, gauges) and blueprint reading.
• Basic understanding of Statistical Process Control (SPC) and quality problem-solving tools.
• Familiarity with quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001) and accurate documentation practices.

Bonus Qualifications

• ASQ Certification (e.g., CQT, CQIA) or Lean Six Sigma Green Belt.
• Experience with CMM programming/operation or advanced vision systems.
• Proficiency in statistical software (e.g., Minitab) for data analysis.
• Internal Auditor experience for ISO 9001 or IATF 16949.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Quality Control Technician, QC Technician, Quality Inspector, QA Technician, Quality Assurance Technician, Test Technician, Manufacturing Quality Technician

Why Pivot Group

The Pivot Group 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.

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. The Pivot Group 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.