Quality Technician - Muskegon Area

the-pivot-group-careers; Muskegon (MI); On-site; USD 47,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network partners with manufacturers in Muskegon, MI to identify and connect skilled Quality Technicians with opportunities that fit their goals. This role centers on ensuring product quality through inspection, testing, and process improvement.

Ideal candidates bring a high school diploma or GED, 2+ years in quality control, and familiarity with precision measurement tools. Associate's degree in a technical field is a plus, with ISO 9001 and SPC knowledge advantageous.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• Associate's degree in a technical field preferred.
• 2+ years in quality control or manufacturing environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-process and final product inspections to ensure adherence to quality standards.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for non-conforming materials or products.
• Maintain and calibrate quality control equipment, ensuring accuracy and reliability.
• Document and report quality data, including inspection results, defect rates, and trend analysis.
• Assist in the development and revision of quality control procedures and work instructions.
• Participate in internal and external audits to ensure compliance with quality management systems.
• Train production personnel on quality standards, inspection techniques, and proper documentation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Documentation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's degree in a technical field

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Gauges

Job description

Quality Technician | Muskegon, MI

Salary Range: $47,000 - $70,000 depending on experience

Are you a meticulous 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 growth. We are collaborating with companies in Muskegon 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 partner with manufacturers across Muskegon seeking Quality Technicians who want more than a lateral move. These companies hire intentionally, and we connect them with professionals ready for roles that fit.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct in-process and final product inspections to ensure adherence to quality standards.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for non-conforming materials or products.
• Maintain and calibrate quality control equipment, ensuring accuracy and reliability.
• Document and report quality data, including inspection results, defect rates, and trend analysis.
• Assist in the development and revision of quality control procedures and work instructions.
• Participate in internal and external audits to ensure compliance with quality management systems.
• Train production personnel on quality standards, inspection techniques, and proper documentation.

Recommended Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; Associate's degree in a technical field preferred.
• 2+ years experience in quality control or a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in using precision measurement tools (calipers, micrometers, gauges).
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and specifications (GD&T knowledge a plus).
• Strong understanding of statistical process control (SPC) and quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001).

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, Product Quality Technician, Junior Quality Technician, Quality Inspector, QA Inspector, QC 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.