Inspection Technician – Otsego Area

The Pivot Group Careers; Otsego (MI); On-site; USD 41,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Careers recruits for Inspection Technician roles in Otsego, MI. The position focuses on performing inspections, reading blueprints, and ensuring quality across production runs, with emphasis on accuracy and calibration of measurement tools.

Applicants should have a high school diploma, experience in manufacturing, and the ability to follow written procedures and maintain precise documentation.

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

• Flag nonconforming parts and route 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.
• 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.

Skills

Reading blueprints

Measurement techniques

Quality control

Attention to detail

Manufacturing environment

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Gauges

Quality documentation systems

Job description

Job Description:

Inspection Technician | Otsego, MI

Salary Range: $41,000 - $64,000 depending on experience

Are you a forward-thinking 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 in the manufacturing community. We partner with companies in the Otsego area seeking skilled 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 Otsego in Allegan County, within about 30 minutes of the city.

The Opportunity

We work with companies in the Otsego area that add Inspection Technicians to their teams. These organizations value quality over speed in hiring. By connecting with us, you position yourself for opportunities that align with what you’re looking for.

Usual Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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.

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

• 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.
• Prior experience in automotive, aerospace, or medical device manufacturing.

Job Titles That Should Apply

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

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 Support BASIC Product Quality Calibration Raw Materials Checks Salary Computer Skills Hiring Partnerships Corrective Actions Recruiting Compensation Components Inspection Reliability Continuous Improvement Attention To Detail Quality Control Manufacturing Specifications Data Entry Records Materials Preparation Testing Maintenance Engineering

Salary Package:

$ 41,000.00 - 64,000.00 (US Dollar)