Quality Technician - Muskegon Area

Quality Technician | Muskegon, MI

Salary Range: $44,000 - $67,000 depending on experience

Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for inspection, testing, and ensuring product quality? The Pivot Group is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career advancement. We are collaborating with leading companies in Muskegon seeking experienced Quality Technicians.

The Opportunity

We are working with companies in Muskegon that are adding Quality Technicians 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 detailed inspections of incoming materials, in-process production, and finished goods.
• Conduct various quality tests and measurements using precision instruments and equipment.
• Document inspection and test results, maintaining accurate quality records and databases.
• Identify and report non-conforming materials or products, assisting with containment actions.
• Support root cause analysis and the implementation of corrective and preventive actions.
• Ensure compliance with quality standards, specifications, and company procedures.
• Assist in the calibration and maintenance of quality control equipment.

Recommended Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; Associate's degree in a technical field preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in a manufacturing quality assurance or quality control role.
• Proficiency in using precision measuring instruments (e.g., calipers, micrometers, gauges).
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and specifications.
• Basic understanding of Statistical Process Control (SPC) and Quality Management Systems (QMS) principles.

Bonus Qualifications

• Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt certification or similar continuous improvement training.
• Experience with CMM programming and operation.
• Proficiency in statistical software (e.g., Minitab, JMP) for data analysis.
• Knowledge of specific industry quality standards (e.g., ISO 13485, AS9100, IATF 16949).

Job Titles That Should Apply

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