Quality Technician | Traverse City, MI

Salary Range: $47,000 - $70,000 depending on experience

Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for inspection, testing, and ensuring product quality? The Pivot Group is dedicated to building meaningful connections and supporting community growth. We are collaborating with leading companies in Traverse City seeking experienced Quality Technicians to drive results.

The Opportunity

We are collaborating with multiple companies in Traverse City 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.
• Conduct dimensional, visual, and functional tests using various precision measuring instruments.
• Document inspection results, non-conformance reports, and maintain accurate quality records.
• Identify and segregate non-conforming materials, initiating appropriate corrective action processes.
• Assist in the calibration and maintenance of inspection and test equipment.
• Participate in root cause analysis and problem-solving activities related to quality issues.
• Ensure compliance with established quality standards, procedures, and regulatory requirements.

Recommended Qualifications

• Proficiency in using precision measurement tools (e.g., calipers, micrometers, gauges).
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Understanding of statistical process control (SPC) and quality assurance principles.
• Experience with non-conformance reporting, root cause analysis, and corrective actions.
• Familiarity with Quality Management Systems (e.g., ISO 9001) and associated documentation.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with CMM operation or programming.
• Exposure to Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma methodologies.
• Internal auditing experience (e.g., ISO 9001).
• Proficiency with statistical analysis software (e.g., Minitab).
• Experience with ERP systems for quality data management.

Job Titles That Should Apply

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