Job Description

Metrology Technician | Muskegon, MI

Salary Range: $52,000 - $79,000 depending on experience

Are you a dedicated professional with a passion for precision measurement and ensuring quality standards? The Pivot Group is committed to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We partner with leading manufacturing companies in Muskegon, seeking experienced Metrology Technicians to strengthen their teams.

The Opportunity

We partner with manufacturers across Muskegon 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 precise dimensional inspections of manufactured parts using various metrology equipment.
• Calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot a wide range of measurement tools and instruments.
• Interpret engineering blueprints, specifications, and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) for inspection purposes.
• Program, set up, and operate Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMMs) and other automated inspection systems.
• Document inspection results, maintain calibration records, and generate reports for quality assurance.
• Assist in Gage R&R studies and other measurement system analysis activities.
• Identify and report non-conforming products or measurement discrepancies to production and quality teams.

Recommended Qualifications

• Associate's degree in a technical field (e.g., Metrology, Machining, Quality) or equivalent relevant experience.
• Strong proficiency in interpreting and applying Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Hands-on experience operating and programming Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMMs) and optical measurement systems.
• Demonstrated ability to accurately read and interpret complex engineering drawings and specifications.
• Familiarity with calibration principles, measurement uncertainty, and traceability.
• Experience with a wide range of precision measurement hand tools (e.g., micrometers, calipers, height gauges).

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience programming CMMs (e.g., PC-DMIS, Calypso, MCOSMOS)
• Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma Green Belt certification
• Proficiency with CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, Inventor) for model interpretation
• Familiarity with ISO 17025 requirements for calibration laboratories

Job Titles That Should Apply

Metrology Technician, Calibration Technician, Measurement Technician, Dimensional Inspector, CMM Operator, Precision Measurement Technician, Quality Control Technician

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.

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