Incoming Inspection Technician - Kentwood Area

Job Description

Job Description

Incoming Inspection Technician | Kentwood, MI

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

Are you a dedicated professional with a passion for excelling in incoming inspection technician? The Pivot Group is committed to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We partner with leading manufacturing companies in Kentwood, seeking experienced Incoming Inspection Technicians to strengthen their teams.

The Opportunity

We are working with companies in Kentwood that are adding Incoming Inspection Technicians 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.

Key Responsibilities

• Verify incoming materials against purchase orders, drawings, and specifications.
• Perform visual, dimensional, and functional inspections of raw materials and components.
• Utilize precision measuring instruments (e.g., calipers, micrometers, gauges, CMM) to assess part conformance.
• Document inspection results accurately in the quality management system.
• Initiate Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) for rejected materials and coordinate dispositions.
• Communicate inspection statuses and findings to purchasing, engineering, and production teams.
• Maintain organized inspection records and ensure material traceability.

Recommended Qualifications

• Proficient in reading and interpreting technical drawings, blueprints, and specifications.
• Skilled in the use of various precision measuring equipment (e.g., calipers, micrometers, gauges).
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify visual and dimensional defects.
• Basic understanding of Quality Management Systems (QMS) and non-conformance procedures.
• Competent in data entry and basic computer applications.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with automated inspection equipment software (e.g., CMM, vision systems).
• Familiarity with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems for data entry and material tracking.
• Basic understanding of Lean manufacturing or Six Sigma principles.
• Experience communicating quality issues or non-conformances with suppliers.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Incoming Quality Inspector, Receiving Inspector, Quality Control Technician, QC Inspector, Inspection Technician, Quality Technician, Material Inspector, Receiving Quality Technician, First Article Inspector, Incoming Material Inspector

Why Pivot Group

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.