Inspection Technician | Detroit, MI

Salary Range: $42,000 - $65,000 depending on experience

Are you a skilled professional with a passion for excelling as a inspection technician? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to building meaningful connections in the manufacturing community. We collaborate with companies in the Detroit area seeking experienced Inspection Technicians.

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 Inspection Technician opportunities with manufacturers based in and around Detroit in Wayne County, within about 30 minutes of the city, including Hamtramck, Ferndale, Oak Park, and Grosse Pointe Park.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Detroit region seeking Inspection Technicians. These employers partner with us because they want real insight into candidates - not just resumes. By joining our network, you gain access to roles worth considering.

Usual Responsibilities

• Perform first article, in-process, and final inspections on production runs.
• Keep inspection areas clean and maintain calibration records for tools.
• Report recurring defects to supervisors and quality staff.
• Inspect incoming materials, in-process parts, and finished products against specifications.
• Use calipers, micrometers, gauges, and other hand tools to measure dimensions.
• Record inspection results in paper logs or electronic quality systems.
• Flag nonconforming parts and route them for review or rework.
• Read blueprints, drawings, and work instructions to confirm requirements.

Recommended Qualifications

• Attention to detail and comfort following written procedures.
• Basic math skills and familiarity with quality documentation.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift moderate weights.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Ability to read blueprints and use precision measuring tools.

Bonus Qualifications

• Certificate or coursework in quality control or metrology.
• Experience with coordinate measuring machines or optical comparators.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 or similar quality standards.
• Knowledge of statistical process control basics.
• Prior experience in automotive, aerospace, or medical device manufacturing.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Quality Inspector, Quality Control Inspector, Quality Technician, Dimensional Inspector, First Article Inspector, Receiving Inspector, Final Inspector, Metrology Technician, Source Inspector

Work Authorization

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship. Visa sponsorship is not available.

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.