Quality Technician | Coopersville, MI

Salary Range: $43,000 - $66,000 depending on experience

Are you a seasoned professional with a passion for inspection, testing, and ensuring product quality? The Pivot Group is committed to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting community growth. We are collaborating with leading companies in Coopersville seeking Quality Technicians to lead and enhance their operations.

The Opportunity

We are working with companies in Coopersville 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 visual and dimensional inspections of raw materials, in-process components, and finished products according to specifications.
• Utilize various metrology equipment such as calipers, micrometers, gauges, and CMMs to ensure product compliance.
• Document inspection results accurately, create quality records, and maintain traceability for all inspected items.
• Identify, quarantine, and report non-conforming materials or products, initiating corrective action procedures as required.
• Assist in the investigation of quality issues and participate in root cause analysis to implement effective preventive measures.
• Calibrate and maintain inspection and test equipment to ensure accuracy and compliance with calibration schedules.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and other departments to resolve quality-related issues and support continuous improvement efforts.

Recommended Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; Associate's degree in a technical field preferred.
• 1-3 years of experience in a manufacturing quality assurance or inspection role.
• Proficiency in using precision measuring tools (e.g., calipers, micrometers, gauges).
• Ability to read and interpret engineering blueprints and technical specifications.
• Basic understanding of quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001) and statistical process control (SPC).

Bonus Qualifications

• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification or strong understanding of lean manufacturing principles.
• Experience operating and/or programming Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMMs).
• Internal auditor training or experience (e.g., ISO 9001, AS9100).
• Experience performing calibration of measurement tools and equipment.

Job Titles That Should Apply

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