First Article Inspector: Precision QC & GD&T

The Pivot Group Careers; Byron Township (MI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network seeks First Article Inspectors in the Byron Center, MI area to support manufacturers seeking compliant first article inspections. These roles connect skilled inspectors with companies in Kent County and nearby regions.

Responsibilities include completing AS9102/PPAP reports, documenting findings, flagging nonconformances, and coordinating with machinists to resolve issues. Strong measurement skills and attention to detail are required.

Qualifications

• Experience reading engineering drawings and applying GD&T.
• Proficient with precision measurement tools (calipers, micrometers, height gauges).
• Familiarity with AS9102 or PPAP first article reporting.
• Ability to document inspection results accurately.

Responsibilities

• Complete and submit AS9102 or PPAP first article inspection reports.
• Document dimensional and visual findings in inspection records and quality logs.
• Flag nonconformances and route parts or reports to quality and production teams.
• Work with machinists and engineers to resolve drawing or tolerance questions.
• Maintain calibration records for inspection tools and gauges.
• Support incoming and in-process inspection when first article work is light.
• Perform first article inspections on machined and fabricated parts using calipers, micrometers, height gauges, and CMM equipment.
• Compare inspection results against engineering drawings, blueprints, and GD&T specifications.

Skills

Attention to detail

Reading drawings & GD&T

First Article Inspection

Calibration & measurement

CMM basics

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Height gauges

CMM

Job description

The Pivot Group Network seeks First Article Inspectors in the Byron Center, MI area to support manufacturers seeking compliant first article inspections. These roles connect skilled inspectors with companies in Kent County and nearby regions.

Responsibilities include completing AS9102/PPAP reports, documenting findings, flagging nonconformances, and coordinating with machinists to resolve issues. Strong measurement skills and attention to detail are required.