Quality Inspector - Kalamazoo Area

We are collaborating with manufacturing firms in Kalamazoo that are seeking skilled Quality Inspectors. These organizations are dedicated to maintaining high standards and are looking for professionals who can contribute effectively. By joining our network, you position yourself for opportunities aligned with your career goals.

• →Perform visual and dimensional inspections of raw materials, in-process components, and finished products.
• →Utilize precision measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges to verify product specifications.
• →Document inspection results accurately and maintain detailed records of quality checks.
• →Identify and report non-conforming materials or products, initiating corrective action procedures.
• →Conduct first-article inspections and in-process audits to ensure adherence to quality standards.
• →Collaborate with production teams to resolve quality issues and implement preventive measures.
• →Interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and specifications to determine quality requirements.

• High school diploma or GED; associate's degree in a technical field preferred
• 2+ years experience in quality inspection within a manufacturing environment
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings
• Demonstrated ability to use precision measuring tools (e.g., calipers, micrometers, CMM)
• Strong understanding of quality control principles and methodologies (e.g., SPC, root cause analysis)
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to identify non-conformances

• IPC certification (e.g., J-STD-001, IPC-A-610)
• Experience with CMM or other automated inspection equipment
• Familiarity with statistical process control (SPC)
• ASQ certification (e.g., Certified Quality Inspector)
• Ability to interpret GD&T

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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.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out at https://www.thepivotgroup.org. The Pivot Group Network offers resources to support your search—market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.