Quality Technician - Grand Rapids Area

Quality Technician | Grand Rapids, MI

Salary Range: $45,000 - $68,000 depending on experience

Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for inspection, testing, and ensuring product quality? The Pivot Group is dedicated to building meaningful connections and supporting community growth. We are collaborating with leading companies in Grand Rapids seeking experienced Quality Technicians to drive results.

The Opportunity

We are working with companies in Grand Rapids 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 dimensional, visual, and functional inspections of raw materials, in-process components, and finished products.
• Document inspection results, maintain quality records, and generate non-conformance reports.
• Operate and maintain various inspection equipment, including calipers, micrometers, gauges, and CMMs.
• Assist in root cause analysis and corrective actions for identified quality issues.
• Monitor production processes to ensure adherence to quality standards and specifications.
• Conduct first article inspections (FAI) and provide disposition for incoming materials.
• Support the calibration and maintenance of quality control instrumentation.

Recommended Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; technical certification or Associate's degree in a related field preferred
• 1-3 years of experience in a manufacturing quality assurance or inspection role
• Proficiency in using precision measurement tools (e.g., calipers, micrometers, gauges)
• Ability to read and interpret engineering blueprints and technical specifications
• Basic understanding of Statistical Process Control (SPC) and quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001)
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills

Bonus Qualifications

• Proficiency in CMM programming (e.g., PC-DMIS, Calypso).
• Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt certification or equivalent process improvement experience.
• Experience with advanced statistical analysis software (e.g., Minitab, JMP).
• Internal auditing experience (e.g., ISO 9001, AS9100).

Job Titles That Should Apply

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