Inspection Technician – Holt Area

The Pivot Group Careers; Delhi Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network is seeking Inspection Technicians for opportunities with manufacturers in and around Holt, Michigan. This role focuses on first article, in-process, and final inspections, requiring reading blueprints and using precision measuring tools to ensure conformance to specifications.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent, experience in manufacturing, and strong attention to detail.

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.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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.

Skills

Reading blueprints

Calipers & gauges

Attention to detail

Basic math

Manufacturing environment

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Gauges

Job description

Job Description:

Inspection Technician | Holt, MI

Salary Range: $45,000 – $68,000 depending on experience

Are you ready to take on a challenging and rewarding opportunity in inspection technician? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to building meaningful connections in manufacturing. We partner with leading companies in the Holt area seeking 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 Holt in Ingham County, within about 30 minutes of the city.

The Opportunity

We partner with manufacturers across the Holt 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

• 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.
• 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.

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

• 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

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

Work Authorization

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

Required Skills:

Resume Data Offers Scanners Access Support BASIC Welding Calibration Raw Materials Assurance Analysis Salary Computer Skills Hiring Partnerships Recruiting Compensation Components Electronics Inspection Attention To Detail Quality Control Manufacturing Quality Assurance Specifications Data Entry Records Materials Preparation Data Analysis Engineering

Salary Package:

$ 45,000.00 – 68,000.00 (US Dollar)