# Automotive Met Lab Tech - 2nd Shift

> Shively Diversified Management Services · Grand Rapids, United States · Full-time · Posted 2026-04-27

**Workplace:** on_site

**Department:** Grand Rapids

## Description

We are looking for a Metallurgical Lab Technician to prepare heat-treated components and conduct testing to analyze material structures, micro-hardness, and case depth using specialized metallurgical equipment. Our employees are well compensated and are eligible for health care ensure and paid time off.

Responsibilities:

-   Perform metallurgical testing to analyze material structure, hardness, case depth, and other tests as required
-   Testing must follow all required specifications and be performed quickly to meet production deadlines
-   Review test results comparing them to the specifications, prepare reports and approve materials based on criteria and requirements
-   Promptly communicate results the met lab supervisor and plant management
-   Develop and maintain charts and reports for the sediment and metallurgical processes

-   Comply with all Global Manufacturing System systems and procedures
-   Ability to problem-solve during manufacturing processes
-   Safely and correctly operate lab equipment, perform routine preventative maintenance, and report any issues to management

## Requirements

-   High School graduate or equivalent
-   2-year degree or completion of a program in metallurgy, material science
-   Knowledge and experience conducting metallurgical testing, operating test equipment, and analyzing results
-   Strong computer skills, ability to organize and prepare reports
-   Comply with all safety guidelines to ensure a safe work environment, including always wearing the proper PPE, safely handling chemicals, and reporting unsafe work conditions or equipment immediately

-   Successfully pass a pre-employment background check and drug screening

## Benefits

Dental Insurance, Medical Insurance, Vision Insurance, and PTO

## Apply

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