Inspection Technician - Portage Area

Job Description

Job Description

Inspection Technician | Portage, MI

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

Are you a skilled professional with a passion for excelling in inspection technician? The Pivot Group is dedicated to building meaningful connections in the manufacturing community. We are collaborating with companies in Portage seeking experienced Inspection Technicians.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Portage region seeking 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 detailed visual and dimensional inspections of raw materials, in-process components, and finished products.
• Utilize precision measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges to verify product specifications.
• Accurately document all inspection results, including non-conformances, in quality control records and systems.
• Identify, quarantine, and report non-conforming materials or products according to established procedures.
• Interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and specifications to ensure product compliance.
• Maintain and calibrate inspection tools and equipment to ensure accuracy and reliability.
• Collaborate with production and engineering teams to investigate and resolve quality issues.

Recommended Qualifications

• Proficiency in using precision measurement tools (e.g., calipers, micrometers, gauges, CMM).
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and specifications.
• Strong understanding of quality control principles and manufacturing processes.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to accurately document inspection results.
• High school diploma or equivalent; technical certification in quality or manufacturing preferred.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience operating Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM) or vision inspection systems.
• Certification in Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma methodologies.
• ASQ Certified Quality Inspector (CQI) or Certified Quality Technician (CQT) certification.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Inspection Technician, Quality Inspector, QC Technician, Quality Control Technician, Manufacturing Inspector, QA Inspector, Quality Assurance Inspector, Product 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.