Incoming Inspection Technician | Jenison, MI

Salary Range: $48,000 - $71,000 depending on experience

Are you a forward-thinking professional with a passion for excelling in incoming inspection technician? The Pivot Group is committed to fostering meaningful relationships in the manufacturing community. We partner with companies in Jenison seeking skilled Incoming Inspection Technicians.

The Opportunity

We are working with companies in Jenison that are adding Incoming 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 incoming materials, parts, and components.
• Utilize precision measurement tools such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges to verify conformance to specifications.
• Document inspection results accurately, including pass/fail status and measured values, into quality systems.
• Identify, segregate, and tag non-conforming materials according to established procedures.
• Initiate Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) for defective or out-of-specification parts.
• Interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and quality standards to ensure proper inspection criteria.
• Maintain organized inspection records and material traceability documentation.

Recommended Qualifications

• Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints, schematics, and technical specifications.
• Demonstrated skill in using precision measuring instruments (e.g., calipers, micrometers, gauges, optical comparators).
• Understanding of quality control principles, sampling plans (e.g., ANSI/ASQ Z1.4), and defect classification.
• Ability to accurately document inspection results and generate non-conformance reports.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify visual and dimensional discrepancies.

Bonus Qualifications

• Proficiency with CMM or optical inspection equipment
• Familiarity with ISO 9001, AS9100, or other relevant quality management systems
• Experience with common ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics)
• Advanced understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)

Job Titles That Should Apply

Incoming Inspection Technician, Receiving Inspector, Quality Control Inspector, QC Technician, Material Quality Inspector, Incoming Quality Inspector, Quality Assurance Inspector, Receiving Quality 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.