Quality Technician - East Lansing Area

Salary Range: $43,000 - $66,000 depending on experience

Are you a meticulous professional with a passion for inspection, testing, and ensuring product quality? The Pivot Group is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We are collaborating with companies in East Lansing seeking experienced Quality Technicians.

We are collaborating with manufacturing firms in East Lansing that are seeking skilled Quality Technicians. 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 incoming, in-process, and final product inspections.
• Utilize precision measuring instruments to verify product specifications and tolerances.
• Document inspection results and maintain accurate quality control records.
• Identify, quarantine, and document non-conforming materials and products.
• Assist in the investigation and resolution of quality-related issues and customer complaints.
• Support the calibration and maintenance of inspection and test equipment.
• Ensure adherence to quality standards, procedures, and work instructions throughout the manufacturing process.

• High school diploma or GED;
  Associate's degree in a technical field preferred.
• 1-3 years of experience in a manufacturing quality assurance or inspection role.
• Proficiency with precision measurement tools (calipers, micrometers, gauges) and reading technical blueprints.
• Basic understanding of Statistical Process Control (SPC) and quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001).
• Strong attention to detail and ability to accurately record data and observations.

• Experience with statistical analysis software (e.g., Minitab, JMP)
• Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt or Green Belt certification
• Familiarity with CMM programming or advanced metrology equipment
• Internal auditor experience for ISO 9001 or industry-specific standards

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The Pivot Group 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.

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. The Pivot Group 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.