Quality Inspector - Norton Shores Area

Quality Inspector - Norton Shores Area

Quality Inspector | Norton Shores, MI

$47,000 - $72,000 depending on experience

Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for excelling in quality inspector? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career advancement. We are collaborating with leading companies in Norton Shores seeking experienced Quality Inspectors.

We are building our network of talent in this field across West Michigan and the broader manufacturing region Pivot Group Network serves. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.

The Opportunity

We are working with companies in Norton Shores that are adding Quality Inspectors 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

• Conduct visual and dimensional inspections of raw materials, in-process components, and finished products.
• Utilize precision measurement tools such as calipers, micrometers, gauges, and CMMs to verify product specifications.
• Document inspection results accurately and maintain detailed records of quality data.
• Identify and report non-conforming materials or products, initiating appropriate corrective actions.
• Perform first-piece, in-process, and final inspections according to control plans and sampling procedures.
• Collaborate with production and engineering teams to resolve quality issues and implement preventive measures.
• Interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and specifications to ensure product compliance.

Recommended Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• 2+ years experience in quality inspection within a manufacturing environment
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints, schecharts, and technical documents
• Familiarity with precision measurement tools (e.g., calipers, micrometers, gauges)
• Strong understanding of GD&T principles
• Ability to perform visual inspections and identify cosmetic and functional defects

Bonus Qualifications

• ASQ certification (e.g., CQI, CQT)
• Experience with various metrology tools beyond basic handhelds (e.g., CMM, optical comparators)
• Ability to interpret and apply GD&T principles
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing or Six Sigma methodologies
• Experience with statistical process control (SPC) software

Job Titles That Should Apply

Quality Inspector, QA Inspector, Quality Control Inspector, QC Inspector, Manufacturing Quality Inspector, Product Quality Inspector, Incoming Quality Inspector, Final Quality Inspector, Quality Assurance Inspector, Quality Technician

Why The Pivot Group Network

The Pivot Group Network was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategicthey 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. Learn more at

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 at The Pivot Group Network offers resources to support your searchmarket 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.