Inspection Technician | Lansing, MI

Salary Range: $48,000 - $71,000 depending on experience

Are you ready to take on a challenging and rewarding opportunity in {{role_field}}? The Pivot Group is committed to building meaningful connections in manufacturing. We partner with leading companies in Lansing seeking Inspection Technicians.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Lansing region seeking Inspection Technicians. These employers partner with us because they want real insight into candidates—not just resumes. By joining our network, you gain access to roles worth considering.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform visual and dimensional inspections of raw materials, in-process components, and finished products.
• Utilize precision measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, gauges, and CMMs to verify product specifications.
• Document inspection results accurately, including identifying and reporting non-conformances.
• Interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and quality standards to ensure compliance.
• Initiate and complete non-conformance reports (NCRs) for defective materials or products.
• Collaborate with production and engineering teams to address quality issues and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain and calibrate inspection equipment according to established procedures and schedules.

Recommended Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent; technical certification in quality or manufacturing preferred.
• 1-3 years of experience in a manufacturing quality control or inspection role.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints, schematics, and technical specifications, including Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Demonstrated skill in using various precision measurement tools (e.g., calipers, micrometers, height gauges, CMMs).
• Strong attention to detail, analytical skills, and ability to accurately record data.
• Basic computer literacy for data entry, report generation, and using quality management software.

Bonus Qualifications

• Proficiency with Statistical Process Control (SPC) software.
• ASQ Certified Quality Technician (CQT) or similar certification.
• Experience operating automated inspection equipment (e.g., CMM, vision systems).
• Advanced understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).

Job Titles That Should Apply

Quality Inspector, Quality Technician, QC Technician, QA Technician, Inspector, Manufacturing Inspector, Test Technician, Production Inspector, Inspection Specialist

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.