Quality Inspector - Escanaba Area

Quality Inspector | Escanaba, MI

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

Are you a forward-thinking professional with a passion for excelling as a quality inspector? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to fostering meaningful relationships in the manufacturing community. We partner with companies in the Escanaba area seeking skilled Quality Inspectors.

We are building our network of talent in this field across Michigan's manufacturing regions. 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.

This posting covers Quality Inspector opportunities with manufacturers based in and around Escanaba in Delta County, within about 45 minutes of the city, including Gladstone, Bark River, and Cedarville.

The Opportunity

We work with companies in the Escanaba area that add Quality Inspectors to their teams. These organizations value quality over speed in hiring. By connecting with us, you position yourself for opportunities that align with what you're looking for.

Usual Responsibilities

• Perform first article, in-process, and final inspections.
• Support root cause analysis and corrective action for quality issues.
• Maintain calibration records for inspection tools and equipment.
• Inspect incoming materials, in-process parts, and finished goods against drawings and specifications.
• Use calipers, micrometers, gauges, and other hand tools to measure parts.
• Record inspection results and complete inspection reports.
• Document defects and flag nonconforming parts for review.
• Read and interpret blueprints, work instructions, and engineering drawings.

Recommended Qualifications

• Experience in quality inspection in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read blueprints and use precision measuring tools.
• Attention to detail and accurate record keeping.
• Basic math skills and familiarity with inspection reports.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with coordinate measuring machines or optical comparators.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 or IATF 16949 quality systems.
• Experience with GD&T.
• Knowledge of statistical process control.
• ASQ Certified Quality Inspector or similar certification.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Quality Assurance Inspector, Dimensional Inspector, Quality Control Inspector, Quality Technician, Inspection Technician, First Article Inspector, Receiving Inspector, Final Inspector, CMM Operator

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: 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.