Metrology Technician - Rockford Area

Salary Range: $49,000 - $76,000 depending on experience

Are you ready to take on a challenging and rewarding opportunity in {{}}? The Pivot Group is committed to building meaningful connections in manufacturing. We partner with leading companies in Rockford seeking Metrology Technicians.

We partner with manufacturers across Rockford seeking Metrology Technicians who want more than a lateral move. These companies hire intentionally, and we connect them with professionals ready for roles that fit.

• Calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot precision measuring equipment and systems.
• Perform dimensional inspections of manufactured parts, tooling, and assemblies using various metrology tools.
• Document and maintain accurate calibration records, measurement data, and inspection reports.
• Identify, analyze, and resolve measurement discrepancies and equipment malfunctions.
• Develop, implement, and improve measurement procedures and techniques.
• Provide technical support and training to production and engineering personnel on metrology best practices.
• Ensure all measurement activities comply with internal quality standards and external regulations (e.g., ISO, NIST).

• Proficiency in operating and programming a range of metrology equipment (e.g., CMM, optical comparators, calipers, micrometers).
• Strong ability to read and interpret engineering blueprints, specifications, and Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Solid understanding of measurement principles, calibration techniques, and basic statistical process control (SPC).
• Experience with common metrology software packages (e.g., PC-DMIS, Calypso) for data acquisition and analysis.
• Relevant technical degree or certification in metrology, quality assurance, or a related engineering field.

• Experience programming CMMs (e.g., PC-DMIS, Calypso) or automated vision systems.
• Proficiency with CAD software (e.g., Solid Works, Inventor) for model-based inspection.
• Familiarity with Statistical Process Control (SPC) software and methodologies (e.g., Minitab).
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification or experience with continuous improvement projects.

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.