Inspection Technician | Grand Haven, MI

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

Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for excelling in inspection technician? The Pivot Group is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career advancement. We are collaborating with leading companies in Grand Haven seeking experienced Inspection Technicians.

The Opportunity

We partner with manufacturers across Grand Haven seeking 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

• Conduct visual and dimensional inspections of raw materials, in-process products, and finished goods according to specifications.
• Utilize precision measuring instruments suchates as calipers, micrometers, gauges, and optical comparators.
• Document inspection results accurately and maintain detailed quality records and reports.
• Identify, segregate, and report non-conforming materials or products, initiating corrective actions as needed.
• Interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and quality control specifications to ensure compliance.
• Perform first-piece, in-process, and final product inspections at various stages of the manufacturing process.
• Collaborate with production and engineering teams to resolve quality issues and improve manufacturing processes.

Recommended Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical training or certification preferred
• 1-3 years of experience in quality inspection or manufacturing environment
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints, technical drawings, and GD&T
• Demonstrated ability to use precision measurement tools (e.g., calipers, micrometers, gauges, CMM)
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate documentation

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with CMM programming or advanced operation
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma principles (e.g., Green Belt certification)
• Demonstrated experience in calibration of inspection tools and equipment
• Ability to perform basic statistical process control (SPC) data analysis

Job Titles That Should Apply

Inspection Technician, Quality Control Inspector, Quality Inspector, QC Inspector, Quality Technician, QA Technician, Product Quality Inspector, Manufacturing Inspector, Test Technician, NDT Technician, Dimensional Inspector

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.