Inspection Technician – East Lansing Area

The Pivot Group Careers; East Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 49,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network is seeking an Inspection Technician to support manufacturers in East Lansing and surrounding areas. You will inspect materials, read blueprints, and use precision tools to verify conformance to specifications.

This role emphasizes quality control, accurate record-keeping, and ongoing defect identification. The position requires reading blueprints, basic math, and the ability to stand for long periods.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Report recurring defects to supervisors and quality staff.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Precision measuring tools

Quality documentation

Manufacturing experience

Math skills

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Coordinate measuring machines

Optical comparators

Job description

Job Description:

Inspection Technician | East Lansing, MI

Salary Range: $49,000 – $74,000 depending on experience

Are you a seasoned professional with a passion for excelling as a inspection technician? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting community growth. We collaborate with leading companies in the East Lansing area seeking Inspection Technicians to lead and enhance their operations.

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 East Lansing in Clinton County, within about 30 minutes of the city, including Okemos, Haslett, Perry, and Laingsburg.

The Opportunity

We partner with manufacturers across the East Lansing 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

• 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.
• Report recurring defects to supervisors and quality staff.

Recommended Qualifications

• 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.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift moderate weights.

Bonus Qualifications

• 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.
• Knowledge of statistical process control basics.

Job Titles That Should Apply

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

The Pivot Group Network offers resources to support your search – market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation.

Required Skills:

Resume Data Offers Access Support BASIC Product Quality Compliance Salary Computer Skills Hiring Partnerships Recruiting Compensation Inspection Reliability Quality Control Manufacturing Specifications Data Entry Materials Preparation Software Testing

Salary Package:

$ 49,000.00 – 74,000.00 (US Dollar)