Metrology Technician | Wayland, MI

Salary Range: $54,000 - $81,000 depending on experience

Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for precision measurement and ensuring quality standards? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to building meaningful connections and supporting community growth. We are collaborating with leading companies in Wayland seeking experienced Metrology Technicians to drive results.

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 partner with manufacturers across Wayland seeking Metrology 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 precision measurements using CMMs, optical comparators, and various hand tools.
• Calibrate and maintain measurement equipment according to established procedures.
• Interpret engineering drawings, GD&T specifications, and manufacturing process sheets.
• Document measurement results accurately and generate detailed inspection reports.
• Troubleshoot measurement discrepancies and assist with root cause analysis.
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to resolve quality issues.
• Develop and optimize measurement methods and fixturing for new products.

Recommended Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Metrology, Engineering Technology, or a related technical field.
• 3+ years of experience in metrology or quality control within a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in operating and programming CMMs, optical comparators, and other precision measurement equipment.
• Strong understanding of GD&T principles and their application in inspection and measurement.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and technical specifications.
• Experience with calibration procedures and maintaining measurement traceability.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with programming and operating Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMMs).
• Strong understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) principles and applications.
• Proficiency in statistical process control (SPC) software and data analysis.
• Experience with calibration and maintenance of metrology equipment.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Metrology Technician,Calibration Technician,Dimensional Inspector,Quality Control Technician,Measurement Technician,Lab Technician (Metrology),CMM Operator,Quality Technician,Precision Measurement Technician,Test Equipment Calibration 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 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 https://www.thepivotgroup.org.

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.