Metrology Technician | Paw Paw, MI

Salary Range: $48,000 - $75,000 depending on experience

Are you ready to take on a challenging and rewarding opportunity in metrology? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to building meaningful connections in manufacturing. We partner with leading companies in the Paw Paw area seeking Metrology Technicians.

We are building our network of talent in this field across Michigan's manufacturing regions. 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.

This posting covers Metrology Technician opportunities with manufacturers based in and around Paw Paw in Van Buren County, within about 45 minutes of the city, including South Haven, Bangor, Coloma, and Decatur.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Paw Paw region seeking Metrology 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.

Usual Responsibilities

• Measure parts and assemblies to confirm they meet drawing tolerances.
• Record measurement data in logs and inspection reports.
• Run first article inspections at the start of production runs.
• Investigate out of tolerance parts and report findings to production and quality staff.
• Set up and operate coordinate measuring machines and optical comparators.
• Maintain calibration records and tool traceability to national standards.
• Support quality audits by providing measurement documentation.
• Calibrate gauges, micrometers, calipers, and other measurement tools on a set schedule.

Recommended Qualifications

• Basic math skills including decimals and unit conversion.
• Attention to detail and consistent record keeping.
• Comfort working in a production floor environment.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience with precision measurement tools such as calipers, micrometers, and height gauges.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and interpret geometric dimensioning and tolerancing.

Bonus Qualifications

• ASQ Certified Calibration Technician or similar credential.
• Experience with GD&T per ASME Y14.5.
• Associate degree in metrology, quality, or a related technical field.
• Hands on experience programming or operating coordinate measuring machines.
• Familiarity with calibration software or quality management systems.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Gauge Technician, Inspection Technician, Metrology Specialist, Calibration Technician, Quality Technician, Dimensional Inspector, CMM Operator, Measurement Technician, Quality Inspector

Work Authorization

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship. Visa sponsorship is not available.

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 https://www.thepivotgroup.org. 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.