Metrology Technician - Kalamazoo Area

Metrology Technician | Kalamazoo, MI

Salary Range: $48,000 - $75,000 depending on experience

Are you a seasoned professional with a passion for precision measurement and ensuring quality standards? The Pivot Group is committed to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting community growth. We are collaborating with leading companies in Kalamazoo seeking Metrology Technicians to lead and enhance their operations.

We are collaborating with manufacturing firms in Kalamazoo that are seeking skilled Metrology 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 precise dimensional inspections of manufactured parts and assemblies using various metrology equipment.
• Calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot a wide range of measurement tools and gages according to established procedures.
• Interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and specifications to determine critical dimensions and tolerances.
• Document inspection results and maintain accurate calibration records in compliance with quality management systems.
• Program, set up, and operate Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMMs) for automated inspection routines.
• Identify and report non-conforming materials or out-of-tolerance conditions to relevant departments.
• Assist in the development and improvement of measurement processes and techniques.

• Proficiency in operating and calibrating precision measurement tools (e.g., calipers, micrometers, CMMs, optical comparators).
• Strong ability to interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Experience performing dimensional inspections and quality checks in a manufacturing environment.
• Solid understanding of metrology principles, measurement uncertainty, and calibration processes.
• Familiarity with CMM programming and operation (e.g., PC-DMIS, Calypso, MCOSMOS).

• Experience with automated CMM programming (e.g., PC-DMIS, Calypso, MCOSMOS).
• Proficiency in 3D scanning technologies (e.g., laser scanners, structured light) and associated software.
• Knowledge of Statistical Process Control (SPC) and experience with statistical software (e.g., Minitab).
• ASQ certification (e.g., CQT, CCT) or other relevant industry certifications.
• Familiarity with CAD software (e.g., Solid Works, CATIA) for model-based definition (MBD) interpretation.

Metrology Technician, Calibration Technician, Dimensional Inspector, Quality Control Technician, CMM Operator, Measurement Technician, Gage Technician

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.