Plating Operator (Entry Level)

About the Role

Selected candidates for Plating Operator Level 1 (entry level) position will learn tasks that support the Plating department.

Key Responsibilities

• Reviewing and assimilating work instructions relating to racking, unracking and cleaning operations.
• Performing receiving inspections (before processing) as needed and immediately reporting any damage or discrepancy.
• Gathering supplies such as racks, tooling, baskets, carts.
• Racking of production parts for plating, passivation and chemical paint stripping operations.
• Oiling of parts for corrosion protection.
• Cleaning of production parts which include degreasing or manual solvent cleaning.
• Loading of parts in heated ovens for stress and H.E. bakes.
• Maintaining a clean and organized work area.
• Completing documentation, counting of production parts, computer scanning, packaging to protect and transport, and other assigned tasks.
• Performing verifications ensuring that all traces of organic soils, fingerprints, dirt and dust etc. are removed by using solvent cleaners.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) during certain tasks (goggles, safety glasses, aprons, boots, gloves, hearing protection, etc).
• Exposure to chemicals/solvents and occasional fumes, wet/humid conditions, and moderate noise level.
• Compliance with organization safety rules and regulations.
• Possibility of processing product controlled under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations and/or Export Administration Regulations.

Qualifications

• Self-disciplined and self-motivated individuals with strong accountability (attention to details) skills.
• Ability and desire to be flexible and adaptable in a fast-paced production environment.
• Resourceful and innovative.
• Strong business ethic and compliance to leadership and company policies.
• Good communicator with the ability to represent the company in a positive manner.
• Basic mathematic skills: add, subtract, multiply and divide using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods with limited movement.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to work alone or as a member of a team, good cooperative skills.
• Ability to read, write and communicate in English. Specifically, applicants must be able to read and understand written procedures and instructions.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 35 lbs.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment with multiple priorities.