Inspection Technician - Newaygo Area

Job Description:

Inspection Technician | Newaygo, MI

Salary Range: $46,000 - $69,000 depending on experience

Are you a forward-thinking professional with a passion for excelling in inspection technician? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to fostering meaningful relationships in the manufacturing community. We partner with companies in Newaygo seeking skilled Inspection Technicians.

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 Newaygo that are adding Inspection 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 visual and dimensional inspections of in-process and finished products.
• Utilize precision measuring tools (calipers, micrometers, gauges) to verify product specifications.
• Document inspection results accurately and maintain detailed records.
• Identify and report non-conforming materials or products, initiating corrective actions as needed.
• Collaborate with production and engineering teams to resolve quality issues.
• Conduct first-article inspections and in-process checks according to established procedures.
• Maintain and calibrate inspection equipment as required.

Recommended Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• 2+ years of experience in manufacturing, quality control, or a related technical field
• Proficient in reading and interpreting blueprints, schematics, and technical specifications
• Demonstrated ability to use various inspection tools (e.g., calipers, micrometers, gauges)
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify defects or non-conformances
• Basic computer skills for data entry and report generation

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with CMM or other automated inspection equipment.
• ASQ certifications (e.g., CMI, CQIA).
• Ability to interpret and apply GD&T principles.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing or Six Sigma methodologies.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Inspection Technician, Quality Inspector, QA Technician, Dimensional Inspector, Metrology Technician, Product Quality Inspector, Manufacturing Quality Technician, Receiving Inspector, Final Inspector

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 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. 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 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.

Required Skills:
• Resume
• Data
• Offers
• Support
• BASIC
• Product Quality
• Lean Manufacturing
• Six Sigma
• Checks
• Salary
• Computer Skills
• Hiring
• Partnerships
• Corrective Actions
• Recruiting
• Compensation
• Inspection
• Attention To Detail
• Quality Control
• Manufacturing
• Specifications
• Data Entry
• Records
• Materials
• Preparation
• Engineering


Salary Package:
$ 46,000.00 - 69,000.00 (US Dollar)