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Job Title: Manufacturing Technician - 2nd Shift Cosmetics Plant
Posting Start Date: 10/29/25
Posting Location: Ada (Grand Rapids), MI
Requisition ID: 42466
Job Title: Manufacturing Technician - 2nd Shift (Cosmetics Plant)
Department / Division: Cosmetics / Manufacturing
Pay Rate:
Associate Mfg Tech: $20.27/hour
Mfg Tech I: $21.62/hour
Location: Ada, MI
What we're looking for:
We are looking for a Manufacturing Tech to join our team in the Cosmetics Plant. This role will operate on a 2nd shift schedule working our current four 10-hour day schedule starting 3:00pm -1:00am Monday through Thursday.
As a Manufacturing Technician in the plant, you will be part of a collaborative team, learning all aspects of the plant's operations. Our flow to work design allows technicians to have new and unique experiences as they learn complex manufacturing processes. This role will include performing set-up and process adjustments while managing autonomous and preventative maintenance tasks. The department's foundation is built on the culture of the Team supporting one another and owning business results.
Required qualifications:
Associate Technician

• High school diploma
• Must be capable of lifting 0 - 50 lbs.
• Attestation of English language ability - proficiently able to read, speak, and write in English to understand instructions, standard operating procedures, and safety warnings, notifications, trainings, and processes.
• Ability to read, interpret, and verbally communicate GMP & FDA documentation and regulation.

Manufacturing Technician

• All above experience, plus:
• Prior experience with manufacturing food products, troubleshooting and repairing manufacturing equipment, or working in cGMP environment.

Skills to be successful in the role:

• Safety and quality conscious.
• "Flow to Work" mentality to support operational needs.
• Strong attention to detail, a high level of accuracy, organizational and time management skills
• The drive to understand the root cause of issues then applies to enhance processes.
• Willingness to adapt to different approaches, ideas, tools, techniques, and processes.
• Ability to learn and navigate computer systems effectively.
• Willingness to follow strict cleanliness/sanitation guidelines.
• The ability to work in a diverse inclusive team environment.

Physical requirements of position:

• Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs.
• General labor activities.
• Staging components, replenishing materials, and hand placing finish goods.

What's special about this facility:
The Cosmetics plant manufactures the Healthy, Beauty, and Home Care product lines. This high-volume plant provides the opportunity to learn, develop, and grow multiple skillsets across a variety of roles. We manufacture personal care items -- shampoos, conditioners, body wash, lotions, skin care, and serums. We also manufacture oral care items-- mouth wash, breath spray, and toothpaste.
The Cosmetics department utilizes a wide range of equipment starting in our pre-weigh and mix operation, then onto our versatile filling process, and ultimately onto our final packaging stage. This requires multiple types of equipment from large DCI mixing tanks to Waukesha pumps. We utilize IWK, Ronchi, Groninger, and Pneumatic scale filling machines. We also incorporate cartoners, cello wrappers, and case packers manufactured by IWK, IMA and Jones. We have continued to invest in automation with specific focus on the use of collaborative robots. This proactive culture provides you with the opportunity to learn and develop in all aspects of packaging, mixing, and warehouse operations.
Amway does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need Amway immigration sponsorship (e.g. H-1B, STEM OPT, TN, etc) now or in the future.
Information at a Glance
Helping People Live Better Lives
Amway is based in Ada, Michigan, U.S.A., with global headquarters still located on the same property where the company was founded. Family-owned and guided by enduring values, we continue to be shaped by our Founders Fundamentals. Since 1959, our heart has remained the same: helping people realize their potential. Today, that mission spans six continents and more than 100 countries and territories.
Amway complies with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) - the protection of personal data and digital privacy. Each of our affiliate locations have their own visa work permit and hiring and immigration policies, which may impact the ability to consider applicants who need authorization to work in a particular country.
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