Quality Technician - Newaygo Area
Quality Technician | Newaygo, 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 Newaygo seeking experienced Quality Technicians.
The Opportunity
We partner with manufacturers across Newaygo seeking Quality 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 first article, in-process, and final inspections of manufactured products and components.
- Document inspection results, non-conformances, and corrective actions accurately.
- Utilize precision measuring equipment (e.g., calipers, micrometers, gauges) to verify product specifications.
- Assist in the investigation of root causes for quality defects and support problem-solving initiatives.
- Support the calibration program for inspection, measurement, and test equipment.
- Collaborate with production teams to resolve quality issues and ensure compliance with standards.
- Maintain and update quality records, procedures, and work instructions.
Recommended Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED; Associate's degree in a technical field preferred.
- 1-3 years of experience in a manufacturing quality control or inspection role.
- Proficiency in using precision measurement tools (e.g., calipers, micrometers, gauges) and interpreting blueprints.
- Basic understanding of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) and statistical process control (SPC).
- Familiarity with Quality Management Systems (QMS) and ISO 9001 standards.
- Strong computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Excel for data entry and analysis.
Bonus Qualifications
- Experience with calibration of measurement equipment.
- Proficiency with Statistical Process Control (SPC) software (e.g., Minitab).
- Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt or Green Belt certification.
- Familiarity with CMM operation or programming.
Job Titles That Should Apply
Quality Technician, Quality Control Technician, QC Technician, Quality Assurance Technician, QA Technician, Quality Inspector, Manufacturing Quality Technician, Production Quality Technician, Quality Associate
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.
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