Incoming Inspection Technician | Montague, MI

Salary Range: $46,000 - $69,000 depending on experience

Are you a skilled professional with a passion for excelling in incoming inspection technician? The Pivot Group is dedicated to building meaningful connections in the manufacturing community. We are collaborating with companies in Montague seeking experienced Incoming Inspection Technicians.

The Opportunity

We are collaborating with multiple companies in Montague seeking experienced Incoming Inspection 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 visual and dimensional inspections of incoming materials, parts, and components against specifications and drawings.
• Utilize various precision measurement tools (e.g., calipers, micrometers, gauges, CMM) to verify product conformance.
• Document inspection results accurately in quality management systems or designated logs.
• Identify and segregate non-conforming materials, initiating appropriate non-conformance reports (NCRs).
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and quality control plans to ensure compliance.
• Maintain organized inspection records and ensure material traceability.
• Communicate inspection findings and potential issues to quality engineering and procurement teams.

Recommended Qualifications

• Proficiency in reading and interpreting engineering drawings, blueprints, and specifications.
• Demonstrated skill in using precision measuring tools (e.g., calipers, micrometers, gauges, optical comparators).
• Working knowledge of quality control principles, including sampling plans (e.g., AQL) and non-conformance procedures.
• Ability to accurately document inspection results and maintain detailed records.
• Basic computer literacy for data entry, report generation, and navigating quality management systems.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience operating automated measurement equipment (e.g., CMM, vision systems).
• Familiarity with ERP or Quality Management System (QMS) software.
• Basic understanding of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T).
• IPC certification (e.g., IPC-A-610) for electronics manufacturing.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Incoming Quality Technician, Receiving Inspector, Quality Control Inspector, Material Inspector, QC Inspector, Incoming Material Inspector, Quality 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.