Inspection Technician – Charlotte Area

The Pivot Group Careers; Charlotte (MI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network in Charlotte, MI is seeking an Inspection Technician to support quality control across production lines. You will inspect materials and finished parts, read blueprints, and document results to ensure conformance with specifications.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, experience in manufacturing, and strong attention to detail. Calipers, micrometers, and gauges will be used daily to verify dimensions and maintain calibration records.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift moderate weights.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read blueprints and use precision measuring tools.
• Attention to detail and ability to follow written procedures.
• Basic math and familiarity with quality documentation.

Responsibilities

• Report recurring defects to supervisors and quality staff.
• Inspect incoming materials, in-process parts, and finished products against specifications.
• Use calipers, micrometers, gauges, and other hand tools to measure dimensions.
• Record inspection results in paper logs or electronic quality systems.
• Flag nonconforming parts and route them for review or rework.
• Read blueprints, drawings, and work instructions to confirm requirements.
• Perform first article, in-process, and final inspections on production runs.
• Keep inspection areas clean and maintain calibration records for tools.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Precision measurement

Attention to detail

Quality documentation

Basic math

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Gauges

Job description

Job Description:

Inspection Technician | Charlotte, MI

Salary Range: $48,000 – $72,000 depending on experience

Are you a skilled professional with a passion for excelling as a inspection technician? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to building meaningful connections in the manufacturing community. We collaborate with companies in the Charlotte area seeking experienced Inspection 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 Inspection Technician opportunities with manufacturers based in and around Charlotte in Eaton County, within about 45 minutes of the city, including Eaton Rapids, Potterville, Olivet, and Bellevue.

The Opportunity

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

Usual Responsibilities

• Report recurring defects to supervisors and quality staff.
• Inspect incoming materials, in-process parts, and finished products against specifications.
• Use calipers, micrometers, gauges, and other hand tools to measure dimensions.
• Record inspection results in paper logs or electronic quality systems.
• Flag nonconforming parts and route them for review or rework.
• Read blueprints, drawings, and work instructions to confirm requirements.
• Perform first article, in-process, and final inspections on production runs.
• Keep inspection areas clean and maintain calibration records for tools.

Recommended Qualifications

• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift moderate weights.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Ability to read blueprints and use precision measuring tools.
• Attention to detail and comfort following written procedures.
• Basic math skills and familiarity with quality documentation.

Bonus Qualifications

• Knowledge of statistical process control basics.
• Prior experience in automotive, aerospace, or medical device manufacturing.
• Certificate or coursework in quality control or metrology.
• Experience with coordinate measuring machines or optical comparators.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 or similar quality standards.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Receiving Inspector, Final Inspector, Metrology Technician, Source Inspector, Quality Inspector, Quality Control Inspector, Quality Technician, Dimensional Inspector, First Article Inspector

Work Authorization

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

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.

Required Skills:

Resume Data Offers Access Support BASIC Lean Manufacturing Six Sigma Operations Checks Salary Computer Skills Hiring Partnerships Recruiting Compensation Inspection Attention To Detail Quality Control Manufacturing Data Entry Records Materials Preparation Testing Engineering

Salary Package:

$ 48,000.00 – 72,000.00 (US Dollar)