Plating Technician

Kingdom People; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Plating Technician to join a busy plating shop in Portsmouth, UK. In this role, you will be responsible for plating micro components to high standards and operating barrel plating lines. The ideal candidate will have experience in metal plating and safe chemical handling. The position offers a salary of up to GBP32,000 with additional benefits including 25 days holiday, a company pension, and a bonus scheme. Shift patterns may be required.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Company pension scheme

Life cover (3x salary)

Bonus scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Previous experience plating metals (ideally barrel plating).
• Knowledge of COSHH and safe chemical handling.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Operating barrel plating lines.
• Measuring plating thickness using XRF/Fisher Scope equipment.
• Handling hazardous chemicals safely.

Skills

Plating metals experience

Knowledge of COSHH

Manufacturing experience

Time management

Willingness to work shifts

Education

Plating or materials finishing qualification

Tools

XRF/Fisher Scope

Job description

Are you an experienced Plating Technician looking for a hands-on role in a fast-paced production environment?
We re currently hiring a Plating Technician to join a busy plating shop, with a focus on Barrel Plating and the opportunity to develop across a variety of plating processes.

Tell me more
In this role, you ll be responsible for plating micro components to high standards, using various finishes including gold and tin. You ll work with precision measurement tools, handle chemicals safely, and follow strict procedures to meet production schedules. It s a varied and fast-moving role that requires attention to detail, adaptability, and an understanding of manufacturing processes.

Upto GBP32,000pa + 22.5% Uplift, with great benefits and a stable full-time position. Initially days shifts moving to late after training period.

What do you need?

• Previous experience plating metals (ideally barrel plating)
• Knowledge of COSHH and safe chemical handling
• Experience in a manufacturing environment
• A plating or materials finishing qualification (desirable but not essential)
• Strong time management and the ability to prioritise under pressure
• Willingness to work shift patterns if required
• Full right to work in the UK

What will you be doing?

• Operating barrel plating lines
• Measuring plating thickness using XRF/Fisher Scope equipment
• Handling and working safely with hazardous chemicals (PPE and training provided)
• Maintaining equipment and supporting routine maintenance
• Following planned schedules to ensure on-time delivery
• Understanding the full lifecycle of products and how chemicals impact the process

The details:

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Additional 3 days off over Christmas
• Company pension scheme
• Life cover (3x salary)
• Bonus scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme

If you re looking to build on your plating skills in a supportive, high-tech environment, click the APPLY button now for a quick CV review or call Steph for more information.

Kingdom People is acting within the capacity of a Recruitment Agency for their client.