First Article Inspector | Grandville, MI

Salary Range: $56,000 - $83,000 depending on experience

Are you a meticulous professional with a passion for excelling in first article inspector? The Pivot Group is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We are collaborating with companies in Grandville seeking experienced First Article Inspectors.

The Opportunity

We are working with companies in Grandville that are adding First Article Inspectors to their teams. These organizations value quality over speed in hiring. By connecting with us, you position yourself for opportunities that align with what you're looking for.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive dimensional and visual inspections of first article parts.
• Verify part conformance to engineering drawings, specifications, and customer requirements.
• Utilize and interpret data from precision measuring instruments including CMM, calipers, micrometers, and gauges.
• Generate and maintain accurate First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs) and associated documentation.
• Identify, document, and report non-conformances, collaborating on root cause analysis.
• Interpret and apply Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) principles on technical blueprints.
• Support the resolution of inspection discrepancies with engineering and production teams.

Recommended Qualifications

• Proficiency in reading and interpreting complex engineering blueprints, schematics, and specifications, including Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Demonstrated expertise in using a wide range of precision measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, height gauges, optical comparators, and CMMs (Coordinate Measuring Machines).
• Strong understanding and practical experience with First Article Inspection (FAI) processes and industry standards, particularly AS9102.
• Solid knowledge of quality management systems (e.g., AS9100, ISO 9001) and their application in a manufacturing environment.
• Excellent documentation skills, with the ability to accurately record inspection results, create detailed reports, and identify non-conformances.
• Proven ability to identify and troubleshoot quality issues, analyze root causes, and recommend corrective actions.

Bonus Qualifications

• Proficiency in programming Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMMs).
• Advanced understanding and application of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Experience with statistical process control (SPC) methodologies.
• Certification in a recognized quality discipline (e.g., ASQ Certified Quality Inspector, Lean Six Sigma Green Belt).
• Familiarity with CAD software for reviewing engineering designs.

Job Titles That Should Apply

First Article Inspector, FAI Inspector, Quality Inspector, Dimensional Inspector, Metrology Inspector, CMM Inspector, Quality Control Inspector, Manufacturing Quality Inspector, Precision 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.