Incoming Inspection Technician - Caledonia Area

Job Description

Job Description

Incoming Inspection Technician | Caledonia, MI

Salary Range: $41,000 - $64,000 depending on experience

Are you a dedicated professional with a passion for excelling in incoming inspection technician? The Pivot Group is committed to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We partner with leading manufacturing companies in Caledonia, seeking experienced Incoming Inspection Technicians to strengthen their teams.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Caledonia region seeking Incoming Inspection Technicians. These employers partner with us because they want real insight into candidates—not just resumes. By joining our network, you gain access to roles worth considering.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform visual and dimensional inspections of incoming materials, components, and sub-assemblies against engineering specifications and purchase orders.
• Utilize various precision measuring tools and equipment, such as calipers, micrometers, gauges, and CMM, to verify conformance.
• Document inspection results accurately, including acceptance, rejection, and measured values, in designated quality management systems.
• Identify and segregate non-conforming materials, initiating non-conformance reports (NCRs) and coordinating with relevant departments for disposition.
• Maintain detailed and organized records of all inspection activities and material certifications.
• Collaborate with purchasing, engineering, and production teams to resolve material quality issues and improve supplier performance.
• Conduct First Article Inspections (FAI) for new or revised components as required.

Recommended Qualifications

• Proficiency with precision measurement tools (e.g., calipers, micrometers, gauges).
• Ability to accurately read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and specifications (including GD&T).
• Basic understanding of quality control principles, inspection methods, and non-conforming material processes.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify visual and dimensional defects.
• Competency in data entry and basic computer applications for record-keeping.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with advanced metrology equipment (e.g., CMM operation/programming, XRF, optical comparators).
• Familiarity with Statistical Process Control (SPC) principles.
• ASQ Certified Quality Technician (CQT) or similar quality certification.
• Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) for quality data entry and material tracking.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Quality Control Technician, Receiving Inspector, Material Quality Inspector, QA Inspector, Quality Inspector, Inspection Technician, Incoming Quality Technician, Raw Material 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.