Quality Technician | Cadillac, MI

Salary Range: $39,000 - $62,000 depending on experience

Are you a meticulous professional with a passion for inspection, testing, and ensuring product quality? The Pivot Group is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We are collaborating with companies in Cadillac seeking experienced Quality Technicians.

The Opportunity

We are collaborating with multiple companies in Cadillac seeking experienced Quality Technicians. These organizations value long-term fit and are looking for professionals who bring both skill and alignment. By joining our network, you gain access to opportunities tailored to your goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform detailed inspections of incoming materials, in-process components, and finished products to ensure adherence to specifications.
• Utilize precision measuring instruments (e.g., calipers, micrometers, gauges, CMM) to verify product dimensions and characteristics.
• Document inspection results accurately and maintain comprehensive quality records, including non-conformance reports.
• Identify, isolate, and report non-conforming materials or products, initiating appropriate corrective action procedures.
• Assist in the investigation of quality issues, root cause analysis, and the implementation of corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Calibrate and maintain inspection and test equipment according to established schedules and procedures.
• Interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and specifications to determine quality requirements and inspection criteria.

Recommended Qualifications

• Proficiency in using precision measurement tools (e.g., calipers, micrometers, gauges).
• Ability to read and interpret engineering blueprints, specifications, and GD&T.
• Working knowledge of quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001) and quality control methodologies (e.g., SPC, root cause analysis).
• Experience performing inspections, testing, and documenting results in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with CMM operation or programming
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma principles
• Proficiency in statistical software (e.g., Minitab, JMP)
• Knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)

Job Titles That Should Apply

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