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Automotive Met Lab Tech - 2nd Shift

Shively Diversified Management ServicesGrand Rapids, Michigan🇺🇸United StatesPosted Sep 21, 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

This role offers a fantastic opportunity to hone your metallurgical expertise within a reputable, established company that values its employees with competitive compensation and benefits. You'll thrive here if you possess a keen eye for detail, strong problem-solving skills, and a desire to contribute to quality control in the automotive industry. Apply now to become an employee owner and grow your career with Shively Diversified Management Services.

Quick Overview

Seniority
Mid Senior
Employment type
Full Time
Work mode
On Site
Location
Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States
Posted
16 hours ago

Job 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
  • High School graduate or equivalent
  • 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

Become an Employee Owner. Established in 1947, Shively Bros has grown into an Industry Leading, North American, family of companies. We offer an extensive range of manufacturing and services for manufacturers, such as Supply Chain Management, Cutting Tool Presetting, Gage Calibration Management, Lab Management, Engineering Services, Repair / Regrind Management, Scrap Recovery, Business Intelligence Analytics, and Vending or other Point-of-Use Solutions.

Dental Insurance, Medical Insurance, Vision Insurance, and PTO

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