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Production Lab Technician
Posted: 07/21/2026
Employment Type:
Direct Placement
Job Industry: Manufacturing
Job Number: 26-00153
Job Description
Production Lab Technician
Location: Grand Rapids, MI
Shift: 2nd Shift Monday-Thursday - 4/10 schedule. Training on 1st shift.
Pay: $19.50/hour
Direct Hire
We're looking for a Production Lab Technician to support the plating process by testing production solutions, monitoring chemical levels, and helping maintain quality standards. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience handling chemicals in a manufacturing or laboratory environment who enjoys detail-oriented work.
Responsibilities
Location: Grand Rapids, MI
Shift: 2nd Shift Monday-Thursday - 4/10 schedule. Training on 1st shift.
Pay: $19.50/hour
Direct Hire
We're looking for a Production Lab Technician to support the plating process by testing production solutions, monitoring chemical levels, and helping maintain quality standards. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience handling chemicals in a manufacturing or laboratory environment who enjoys detail-oriented work.
Responsibilities
- Test plating solutions and compare results to established standards.
- Assist with maintaining proper chemical balance in production tanks.
- Record test results and maintain accurate documentation.
- Support compliance with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and AIAG CQI-11 quality standards.
- Maintain laboratory equipment, chemical inventory, and work area organization.
- Follow safe chemical handling and environmental procedures.
- Work closely with production to support consistent plating quality.
- Experience working with chemicals in a manufacturing, laboratory, or industrial environment preferred.
- Basic math and computer skills.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to follow procedures and accurately document results.
- Plating or metal finishing experience is a plus but not required.
Meet Your Recruiter
Kayla DeWitt
Technical Recruiter
Kayla is a service-driven recruiter with a passion for fostering meaningful connections. With a keen eye for talent and a heart for people, Kayla goes beyond the traditional recruiter role, seeing each candidate not just as a potential hire but as an individual with unique aspirations and goals.
Driven by the belief that the right job can transform lives, Kayla is on a mission to create fulfilling career experiences. Building strong relationships is at the core of everything Kayla does, whether it's understanding a candidate's career journey or partnering with clients to identify the perfect fit for their team.