Plating Operator; 3rd Shift

We’re pragmatic in our understanding of what the earth needs to move towards a sustainable, high-tech future. It’s our passion, however, that drives everything we do. It’s present in every level of our business and every step of our process. We work to inspire—to show the world there is a better way. And that better way isn’t decades in the future;

with us, it’s now.

We are a team of scientists and engineers with diverse backgrounds, drawing on expertise in chemistry, physics, engineering, mathematics, computer science and automation. We are continuously seeking to grow our team with people who demonstrate outstanding integrity, intelligence, hunger, accountability and the passion for learning. Positions that we are actively hiring for are listed below. However, we will hire exceptional individuals irrespective of our current job openings.

Position:Plating Operator (3rd Shift)

Location: San Marcos, TX

Job :280

# of Openings:0

Job Title:
Plating Operator (3rd Shift)

Reports to:
Coating Manager

We have one goal: to manufacture quality magnets! We are looking for exceptional individuals who want to learn, build, and lay a foundation for our company for the years to come.

Noveon Magnetics is looking for someone who has experience in surface finishing for direct manufacturing and commercialization. Basic understanding or willingness to learn about electroplating metals and metallic alloys in aqueous solutions, pre-treatment, cleaning, pickling, Zn, phosphate, Ni/Cu, epoxy etc., and diagnosis and failure analysis of coatings.

This person will assist in electroplating and corrosion-resistance processes on pilot and production lines. These processes will be instrumental in properly applying corrosion-resistant coatings to Noveon products.

• Competitive Base
• Medical/Dental/Vision insurance on day 1 of employment
• Health Saving Account (HSA) with Employer contribution
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k) retirement plan and match program
• Short Term Disability (Employer Paid)
• Long Term Disability (Employer Paid)
• Paid Time Off (eligible after 90 days of employment)
• Sick Leave (eligible after 90 days of employment)
• Company Paid Holidays

At Noveon Magnetics, we believe our diversity makes us who we are, and we strive every day to build a culture where everyone feels welcome.

• Assisting the plating engineer/technician in daily operations, as well as related tests to ensure we produce high quality coating and plating on magnet products.
• Assisting in reporting maintenance issues to the manager/technician in detail for work orders to be submitted, as well as recording and reporting of data daily
• Performing visual inspections of coated parts, sending them to QC to check plating thickness, and product quality.
• Assisting the engineer or technician with maintaining proper plating bath balance including taking pH and conductivity reading daily
• Performing and maintaining regular housekeeping by following current 5S model
• Managing storage of materials, supplies, reports, corrosion tests, data, and data analysis.

• Has 0-2 years’ experience and basic understanding of pretreatment and wet processes for coating and plating.
• Knows how to use overhead hoists, fork trucks, hand tools, and rectifiers.
• Possesses knowledge of safe methods of handling materials and chemicals always using the proper PPE.
• Is comfortable with measurement equipment such as thermometers, pH meters, and measuring scopes/microscopes.
• Preferably has experience with wet processes for coating/plating Zn, phosphate, Ni/Cu and epoxy.

• Must be willing to learn and conduct chemical titrations on the plating baths without supervision and as instructed by the engineer(manager).
• Can follow written, verbal instructions, and work independently with minimum supervision from managers and/or peers.

• Must be able to pass a drug screening, medical physical and, if applicable, visual testing.
• Able to move up to 50lbs.
• Possesses manual dexterity to put parts or pieces together quickly and accurately.
• Can wear PPE such as N-95 masks, half face respirators, face shields, aprons, and…