Quality Technician - Kentwood Area

the-pivot-group-careers; Kentwood (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network is seeking a Quality Technician in Kentwood, MI to perform in-process and final product quality inspections, calibrate QC measuring equipment, and maintain quality records.

Ideal candidates have an Associate's degree or equivalent, 2+ years in QA/manufacturing, experience with calipers, micrometers, CMM, SPC, blueprint reading, and a commitment to quality over speed. Opportunities to connect with leading Kentwood companies.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in a technical field (e.g., Quality, Engineering, Manufacturing) or equivalent experience.
• 2+ years experience in a quality assurance or manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in using various metrology tools (e.g., calipers, micrometers, CMM).
• Strong understanding of statistical process control (SPC) and data analysis.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-process and final product quality inspections.
• Calibrate and maintain quality control measuring equipment.
• Document inspection results and maintain quality records.
• Identify non-conforming materials and initiate corrective actions.
• Assist in the investigation of customer complaints and quality issues.
• Perform root cause analysis for quality defects.
• Support the implementation and maintenance of quality management systems.

Skills

Quality inspections

Metrology tools

SPC & data analysis

Blueprint reading

Root cause analysis

Education

Associate's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

CMM

Job description

Quality Technician | Kentwood, MI

Salary Range: $42,000 - $65,000 depending on experience

Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for inspection, testing, and ensuring product quality? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career advancement. We are collaborating with leading companies in Kentwood seeking experienced Quality Technicians.

We are building our network of talent in this field across West Michigan and the broader manufacturing region Pivot Group Network serves. 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.

The Opportunity

We are working with companies in Kentwood that are adding Quality 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.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct in-process and final product quality inspections.
• Calibrate and maintain quality control measuring equipment.
• Document inspection results and maintain quality records.
• Identify non-conforming materials and initiate corrective actions.
• Assist in the investigation of customer complaints and quality issues.
• Perform root cause analysis for quality defects.
• Support the implementation and maintenance of quality management systems.

Recommended Qualifications

• Associate's degree in a technical field (e.g., Quality, Engineering, Manufacturing) or equivalent experience.
• 2+ years experience in a quality assurance or manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in using various metrology tools (e.g., calipers, micrometers, CMM).
• Strong understanding of statistical process control (SPC) and data analysis.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and specifications.

Bonus Qualifications

• Additional certifications or training

Job Titles That Should Apply

Quality Technician, QA Technician, Quality Control Technician, QC Technician, Quality Assurance Technician, Manufacturing Quality Technician, Production Quality Technician, Lab Quality Technician, Quality Inspector, QA Inspector

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.