Quality Technician - East Lansing Area

Quality Technician - East Lansing Area

Quality Technician | East Lansing, MI

Salary Range: $46,000 - $69,000 depending on experience

Are you a skilled 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 building meaningful connections in the manufacturing community. We are collaborating with companies in East Lansing 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 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.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct in-process and final inspections of manufactured products.
• Perform root cause analysis for non-conforming materials and products.
• Calibrate and maintain inspection, measuring, and test equipment.
• Document quality control activities and maintain accurate records.
• Assist in the development and revision of quality procedures and work instructions.
• Support internal and external audits to ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Train production personnel on quality standards and inspection techniques.

Recommended Qualifications

• Associate's degree in a technical field (e.g., Quality, Engineering, Manufacturing) or equivalent experience.
• 2+ years of experience in a quality control or quality assurance role within a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in using precision measurement 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 (GD&T).

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with ISO 9001 quality management systems.
• Familiarity with statistical process control (SPC) and data analysis.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and blueprints.
• Proficiency in using a CMM (Coordinate Measuring Machine) or other automated inspection equipment.

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, 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:
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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:// 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.