Incoming Inspection Technician | Coopersville, MI

Salary Range: $47,000 - $70,000 depending on experience

Are you a seasoned professional with a passion for excelling in incoming inspection technician? The Pivot Group is committed to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting community growth. We are collaborating with leading companies in Coopersville seeking Incoming Inspection Technicians to lead and enhance their operations.

The Opportunity

We partner with manufacturers across Coopersville seeking Incoming Inspection Technicians who want more than a lateral move. These companies hire intentionally, and we connect them with professionals ready for roles that fit.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform visual and dimensional inspections of incoming raw materials, components, and finished goods.
• Verify incoming product against engineering drawings, specifications, purchase orders, and quality standards.
• Utilize various metrology tools (e.g., calipers, micrometers, gauges, optical comparators) to ensure accuracy.
• Document inspection results accurately, maintaining detailed records of accepted and rejected materials.
• Identify and segregate non-conforming materials, initiating Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) as required.
• Collaborate with Quality, Purchasing, and Engineering departments regarding material discrepancies.
• Assist in the maintenance and verification of inspection equipment calibration.

Recommended Qualifications

• Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints, schematics, and technical specifications.
• Demonstrated experience with precision measurement tools (e.g., calipers, micrometers, gauges).
• Strong understanding of quality control principles and non-conforming material (NCM) processes.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to accurately identify defects.
• Basic computer literacy for data entry and record keeping.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience operating or programming Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMMs).
• Familiarity with Statistical Process Control (SPC) principles.
• Prior experience with ERP/MRP systems for inventory and quality data management.
• Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt certification or equivalent continuous improvement training.

Job Titles That Should Apply

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