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AIMS Advantage INC

Racker 1st shift

Grand Rapids, MI · On-site

$13.50 - $13.75/hr

Inspect all material before galvanizing to ensure material meets all safety guidelines. * Examine incoming product for damage or shortages and reports issues to lead. * Ensure all galvanized products ...

WORTHINGTON STEEL

Quality Engineer - TWB-Canton, MI

Canton, MI · On-site

$66K - $86K/yr

... galvanizing, pickling, configured blanking, specialty cold reduction, lightweighting and electrical lamination. Headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, Worthington Steel operates 37 facilities in seven ...

Worthington Steel

Quality Engineer - TWB-Canton, MI

Canton, MI · On-site

$66K - $86K/yr

... galvanizing, pickling, configured blanking, specialty cold reduction, lightweighting and electrical lamination. Headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, Worthington Steel operates 37 facilities in seven ...

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How much do galvanizing jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for galvanizing in Michigan is $15.36, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.85 and $16.78 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a galvanizing?

A Galvanizing job involves coating metal, typically steel or iron, with a layer of zinc to protect it from rust and corrosion. Workers in this role may operate machinery, prepare materials, and monitor the galvanizing process to ensure quality. Duties can include dipping metal into molten zinc, inspecting finished products, and maintaining safety standards. Galvanizing is commonly used in construction, automotive, and manufacturing industries to extend the lifespan of metal components.

What does a galvanizing do?

In a Galvanizing role, your daily responsibilities typically include preparing metal surfaces for treatment, operating and monitoring galvanizing tanks, inspecting finished products for quality assurance, and ensuring all safety protocols are strictly followed. You’ll also be responsible for routine equipment maintenance and completing necessary documentation or production records. Collaboration with quality control personnel, maintenance teams, and other production workers is common to maintain workflow and safety standards. This hands-on role offers diverse tasks each day, providing a dynamic environment for those who enjoy active and team-oriented work.

What skills and qualifications are needed for galvanizing?

To thrive in Galvanizing, you need a solid understanding of metal treatment processes, attention to detail, and physical stamina, often supported by a high school diploma or vocational training. Familiarity with galvanizing equipment, safety gear, and quality control systems is typically required, and certification in industrial safety or hazardous materials handling is a plus. Strong teamwork, communication, and problem-solving abilities help set candidates apart in this hands-on environment. These skills ensure high-quality output, a safe workplace, and efficient operations within the galvanizing process.

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Infographic showing various Galvanizing job openings in Michigan as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 6% Part Time, 2% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 3% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $31,939 per year, or $15.4 per hour.

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Grand Rapids, MI • On-site

AIMS Advantage INC
Recruiting and Staffing Services • 51 - 200 employees
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1st shift: 6:00am-2:00pm

2nd shift: 2:00pm-10:00pm

3rd shift: 10:00pm-6:00am

Some of our racking positions may require lifting up to 65lbs consistently throughout the shift. Not all, but some do.

Responsibilities and Duties:
  • Receive material and prepare it to be galvanized by hanging it on metal hooks and placing on the overhead crane either manually or by use of equipment.
  • Inspect all lifting equipment prior to use (forklifts, cranes, monorails, chains, slings, etc.)
  • Inspect all material before galvanizing to ensure material meets all safety guidelines.
  • Examine incoming product for damage or shortages and reports issues to lead.
  • Ensure all galvanized products meet quality requirements, minimize downtime, and promote efficiency and up-time
  • Read work orders/receive oral instructions for work assignments/material or equipment needs
  • Attach slings, hooks, or other devices to materials to prepare for the galvanizing process.
  • Runs, maneuvers, navigates or drives heavy equipment or mechanized equipment in the racking area, such as forklifts, cranes/overhead cranes, trucks, etc.
  • Must use good judgment, follow instructions and have good problem-solving abilities.
  • Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the job.
  • Count, weigh or measure incoming or outgoing items & compare against bills of lading, invoices, orders or other records.
  • Move materials to and from storage or production areas by hand or using forklifts
  • Attach identifying tags to the product or mark identifying information.
  • Read work orders or receive oral instructions to determine assignments, material & equipment needs.
  • Record number of units handled or moved, using daily production sheets or work tickets
  • Adhere to established housekeeping standards.
  • Additional duties as assigned by supervisor/management.

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