Metrology Technician | Lansing, MI

Salary Range: $55,000 - $82,000 depending on experience

Are you a forward-thinking professional with a passion for precision measurement and ensuring quality standards? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to fostering meaningful relationships in the manufacturing community. We partner with companies in Lansing seeking skilled Metrology Technicians.

We are building our network of talent in this field across West Michigan and the broader manufacturing region Pivot Group Network serves. 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.

The Opportunity

We partner with manufacturers across Lansing 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.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform dimensional inspections of manufactured parts and tooling using various metrology equipment.
• Calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot precision measuring instruments and equipment.
• Interpret engineering drawings, CAD models, and specifications to determine measurement requirements.
• Document inspection results accurately and generate reports, identifying non-conformances.
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to resolve measurement-related issues and improve product quality.
• Develop and implement measurement procedures and work instructions.
• Participate in root cause analysis for measurement discrepancies and quality issues.

Recommended Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Metrology, Quality Assurance, or a related technical field.
• 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment, performing metrology tasks.
• Proficient in the use of various measurement tools and equipment (e.g., CMM, optical comparators, calipers, micrometers).
• Strong understanding of GD&T principles and their application in measurement and inspection.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and specifications.
• Experience with calibration procedures and maintaining calibration records.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with programming and operating Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMMs).
• Knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) principles and their application.
• Familiarity with statistical process control (SPC) and data analysis techniques.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and 3D CAD models.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Metrology Technician,Calibration Technician,Dimensional Inspector,Quality Control Technician,Measurement Technician,Lab Technician (Metrology),CMM Operator,Quality Technician,Precision Measurement Technician,Metrologist

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.

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