Incoming Inspection Technician | Grand Rapids, MI

Salary Range: $48,000 - $72,000 depending on experience

Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for excelling in incoming inspection technician? The Pivot Group is dedicated to building meaningful connections and supporting community growth. We are collaborating with leading companies in Grand Rapids seeking experienced Incoming Inspection Technicians to drive results.

The Opportunity

We partner with manufacturers across Grand Rapids seeking Incoming Inspection Technicians who want more than a lateral move. These companies hire intentionally, and we connect them with professionals ready for roles that fit.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform visual and dimensional inspections of incoming materials, components, and products against specifications, blueprints, and purchase orders.
• Utilize precision measuring instruments (e.g., calipers, micrometers, gauges, CMM) to verify critical dimensions and characteristics.
• Document inspection results accurately, including acceptance, rejection, and any observed non-conformances, in designated quality records or systems.
• Identify, segregate, and label non-conforming materials, initiating Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) and collaborating with relevant departments for resolution.
• Interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and quality standards to ensure proper inspection criteria are applied.
• Maintain calibration and proper functioning of inspection equipment and tools, reporting any issues or need for recalibration.
• Assist in the investigation of quality issues related to incoming materials, providing data and samples as needed.

Recommended Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and specifications.
• Proficiency in using precision measurement tools (e.g., calipers, micrometers, gauges).
• Experience with AQL (Acceptable Quality Limit) sampling plans and inspection methodologies.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify visual and dimensional defects.
• Basic computer skills for data entry and quality system documentation.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience operating advanced metrology equipment (e.g., CMM, optical comparator, profilometer).
• Familiarity with enterprise resource planning (ERP) or manufacturing execution systems (MES).
• Basic understanding of GD&T principles beyond fundamental blueprint reading.
• Experience participating in root cause analysis or continuous improvement activities.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Quality Inspector, Receiving Inspector, Incoming Quality Technician, QA Inspector, Quality Control Inspector, Material Inspector, Inspection 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.