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Lab Technician

Bodycote
Bodycote Salary
Grand Rapids, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 5/17/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/14/2026
Our people are the heart of our business. As the world’s largest provider of thermal processing services, Bodycote employs thousands of highly skilled staff around the globe, including some of the best engineers, scientists, and technicians in the industry. Come join our team!

This position is eligible for a $1,500 sign-on retention bonus!

Bodycote offers paid holidays and paid time off, as well as 401k match, Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans for employees and families.

Candidates must pass a pre-employment drug screen and basic physical; have the ability to work full-time, 40 hours per week.

Due to the nature of our business and a heavy industrial market, Bodycote deems this position to be safety-sensitive.

Summary

Under limited supervision, responsible for essential job functions involving the preparation and testing of parts.

Essential Job Functions (Duties And Responsibilities)

The primary duties consist of, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Review paperwork to verify information and testing to be done.
  • Prepares parts and equipment for testing procedures.
  • Conducts testing as required, reporting any non-conformance to the manager.
  • Accurately completes required paperwork and follows through as required.
  • Practices and promotes safety and good housekeeping.
  • Performs other tasks as designated by the position.
  • This position is responsible for the care and treatment of our customers’ inventory and, as such, will perform duties in a safe and responsible manner to prevent customer loss or damage.
  • Must have the ability to report for work on time, follow directions, interact effectively with co-workers, understand and follow rules and procedures, and accept constructive criticism.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • This position must satisfy ITAR compliance requirements; candidates must be U.S. Citizens or Permanent Resident Card Holder.
  • Education – High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Minimum one year in a lab or related position.
  • Must be able to read and understand blueprints and specifications.
  • Must have basic knowledge of metallurgy, heat treating, inspection, and related subjects.
  • Must be able to use RC hardness tester and other testing equipment as required.
  • Requires computer experience and a good understanding of basic math.
  • May be required to work overtime or any shift, including weekends.
  • Must demonstrate the ability to read, write, and communicate in the English language.
  • Knowledge and hands-on experience of computer applications, including Microsoft Office and databases, is required.

Physical & Mental Demands

The following physical and mental demands consist of, but are not limited to, the following.

  • Must be able to work in a standing position for extended periods of time in an industrial environment.
  • Manual dexterity to perform data entry functions.
  • Ability to bend, pull, stoop, and reach to perform functions.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
  • May be exposed to heat, fumes, noise, and humidity, etc.
  • Must have the cognitive and mental capacity to perform essential job functions.
  • Must be able to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
  • Visual acuity to read documents, computer screens, files, etc.
  • Ability to hear in person and via phone.

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and levels of the work performed by employees, but are not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, the job description does not constitute a written or implied contract for employment. Bodycote reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.

Bodycote has a longstanding commitment to provide a safe, quality-oriented, and productive work environment and for these reasons, all applicants in the United States who receive a conditional offer of employment must undergo a drug screen before employment begins.

Bodycote is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against current and prospective employees based on race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age for individuals over forty years of age, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state and local laws.

Our services are a vital part of many manufacturing processes. We make metal stronger, more durable, and more corrosion resistant. Servicing local and international clients from highly accredited facilities our experience and expertise ensures we deliver to the quality and reliability demanded by the markets we serve and the products we deliver.

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