Metrology Technician - Zeeland Area

Metrology Technician | Zeeland, MI

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

Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for precision measurement and ensuring quality standards? The Pivot Group is dedicated to building meaningful connections and supporting community growth. We are collaborating with leading companies in Zeeland seeking experienced Metrology Technicians to drive results.

The Opportunity

We partner with manufacturers across Zeeland seeking Metrology 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 routine calibration, verification, and maintenance of precision measurement equipment and gauges.
• Conduct dimensional inspections of manufactured parts, components, and assemblies using CMMs, optical comparators, micrometers, and calipers.
• Document and maintain accurate calibration records, inspection reports, and non-conformance reports.
• Troubleshoot and resolve measurement discrepancies and equipment malfunctions to ensure accuracy.
• Develop and execute measurement programs for automated inspection systems like CMMs.
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to interpret blueprints and resolve metrology-related issues.
• Ensure strict adherence to ISO standards, quality management systems, and internal metrology procedures.

Recommended Qualifications

• Proficiency in operating and interpreting data from precision measurement equipment (e.g., CMMs, calipers, micrometers, gauges).
• Demonstrated ability to read and interpret engineering blueprints, schematics, and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Strong understanding of metrology principles, calibration processes, and quality control standards.
• Minimum of 2 years of hands-on experience in a manufacturing quality or metrology lab environment.
• Associate's degree in a technical discipline or equivalent certification/experience in metrology.

Bonus Qualifications

• Advanced CMM programming experience (e.g., PC-DMIS, Calypso, PolyWorks)
• Proficiency with statistical analysis software (e.g., Minitab, JMP) for MSA and SPC
• Experience with CAD software for model-based inspection or fixture design
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification

Job Titles That Should Apply

Metrology Technician, Calibration Technician, Dimensional Inspector, Measurement Technician, Quality Control Technician, CMM Operator, Precision Measurement 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.