1st Shift - Plating Line Operator

JOB DESCRIPTION

Title:

Plating Line Operator – 2

Shift: 1st shift.

Location/Department: (Not specified)

Set up, start, and adjust automated or semi‑automated plating lines. This includes regulating electrical current, voltage, and tank temperatures to match specific work orders.

• Rack cast parts & hardware to the appropriate rack, following the process document for correct location and orientation of part.
• Remove completed parts from racks and place them in appropriate bins, carts, or other storage devices.
• Visually inspect finished products for defects like air bubbles, flaking, or uneven coverage. Use precision tools like heat quencher & nickel tester to verify that coating thicknesses meet strict customer specifications.
• Report plating defects or problems relating to the plating line to the plating supervisor in a timely manner.
• Assist in the periodic dismantling and cleaning of the plating line tanks, conveyor, transfer device, and other plating related equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance on equipment, including cleaning tanks and lubricating moving parts of conveyors.
• Strictly follow safety protocols for handling hazardous chemicals. Keep detailed production logs, including chemical usage and downtime records.
• Assist lead operator with nickel filter & WWT filter cleaning.
• Start up & shut down of WWT when needed.
• Other duties as assigned by the department supervisor.

• High School Diploma or equivalent (preferred).
• Prior manufacturing experience a plus but not required.

Most employers provide 1 to 12 months of on‑the‑job training; however, some positions may require specific vocational training or apprenticeship.

• Employee Orientation
• Safety training, including chemical exposure
• Detailed chemical exposure, guarding and emergency response training.
• Legal Compliance Calendar
• ISO Training Matrix

Skills: Strong mechanical aptitude and basic math and computer skills are essential. A background in chemistry is often preferred.

Physical Demands: Ability to stand for long shifts (8‑12 hours), lift up to 50 lbs, and work in industrial environments that may be hot, noisy, or contain chemical odors.

Language

Skills:

Must have functional English skills in reading, writing & speaking.

Reasoning Abilities: Significant judgment is required to set up assigned machine in accordance with standard methods and procedures. Working knowledge of the chemical and mechanical requirements of the plating line & WWT. Detailed knowledge of the correlation between parts & part racks. Knowledge of rack conditions and cleaning requirement. Must develop a working knowledge of the full plating machine operation & WWT, be able to identify potential problems and learn appropriate responses to various types of equipment problems.

• WWT Certificate preferred, but not required.

• Must be able to stand on a continual basis for the full workday.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds on a highly repetitive basis.
• Must have significant arm & hand strength to load the large quantity of hardware to the plating racks.
• Must have adequate lung capacity to work for periods of 2 hours with full‑face respirator while performing heavy lifting.

• The plating line has a moderate noise level (< 85 dB).
• Temperatures can range from 50°F in the winter to 95°F+ in the summer.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.