Quality Technician - Grand Haven Area

Quality Technician | Grand Haven, MI

Salary Range: $42,000 - $65,000 depending on experience

Are you a skilled professional with a passion for inspection, testing, and ensuring product quality? The Pivot Group is dedicated to building meaningful connections in the manufacturing community. We are collaborating with companies in Grand Haven seeking experienced Quality Technicians.

The Opportunity

We are working with companies in Grand Haven 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 products.
• Document inspection results, maintain quality records, and complete required reports.
• Utilize precision measuring instruments (e.g., calipers, micrometers, gauges) to verify product specifications.
• Identify, quarantine, and document non-conforming materials and products.
• Assist in root cause analysis and corrective/preventative actions for quality issues.
• Monitor and verify the calibration status of inspection, measurement, and test equipment.
• Ensure adherence to quality standards, specifications, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) throughout the manufacturing process.

Recommended Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; Associate's degree in a technical field preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in a manufacturing quality assurance or inspection role.
• Proficiency in using precision measurement tools (e.g., calipers, micrometers, gauges) and interpreting technical drawings.
• Familiarity with quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001) and basic statistical process control (SPC).
• Strong attention to detail and ability to accurately document inspection results.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with CMM programming or advanced CMM operation.
• Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt certification or similar continuous improvement training.
• Proficiency with statistical analysis software (e.g., Minitab, JMP).
• Experience conducting internal quality audits.
• Advanced Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) application knowledge.

Job Titles That Should Apply

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