Electropolishing (EP) Technician

ICHOR Systems Malaysia Sdn Bhd; Shah Alam; On-site; MYR 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

ICHOR Systems Malaysia Sdn Bhd is seeking a Surface Finishing Technician to support daily operation and maintenance of the Electropolishing and Passivation line. You will handle parts preparation, machine setup, and ensure process quality with strict adherence to safety standards.

The role requires a Diploma or Certificate in a technical field, with 1–3 years of experience in surface finishing, plating, or electropolishing preferred.

Qualifications

• Certificate or Diploma in Mechanical, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Chemistry, or related technical field.
• 1–3 years working experience in surface finishing, plating, or electropolishing process preferred.
• Fresh graduates with strong technical interests are encouraged to apply.
• Basic understanding of electropolishing and chemical surface treatment processes.
• Able to handle chemical equipment and instruments safely and accurately.
• Attention to detail and ability to follow strict process parameters.
• Good teamwork, discipline, and communication with production and engineering team

Responsibilities

• Prepare and set up parts for electropolishing process according to work instructions and specifications.
• Operate and monitor EP equipment such as tanks, rectifiers, filters, and agitation systems.
• Check and record process parameters (voltage, current, temperature, chemical level, time).
• Ensure proper handling and replenishment of chemical solutions under supervision of engineer or chemist.
• Inspect and ensure cleanliness and surface quality after electropolishing or passivation process.
• Assist in bath maintenance, filtration, and chemical top-up based on analysis results.
• Carry out preventive maintenance and report any equipment malfunction immediately.
• Maintain good housekeeping in EP area and ensure compliance with 5S and EHS standards.
• Support troubleshooting activities and participate in process improvement projects.
• Label, store, and dispose of waste chemicals safely according to company policy.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Certificate or Diploma in Mechanical, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Chemistry, or related technical field

Tools

Electropolishing equipment

Rectifiers

Chemical handling tools

Job description

To support daily operation and maintenance of the Electropolishing (EP) and Passivation line. Responsible for all activities in surface finishing including tool, fixture, machinery and chemical arrangement, and control of equipment, ensuring consistent process quality, productivity, and adherence to safety standards

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and set up parts for electropolishing process according to work instructions and specifications.
• Operate and monitor EP equipment such as tanks, rectifiers, filters, and agitation systems.
• Check and record process parameters (voltage, current, temperature, chemical level, time).
• Ensure proper handling and replenishment of chemical solutions under supervision of engineer or chemist.
• Inspect and ensure cleanliness and surface quality after electropolishing or passivation process.
• Assist in bath maintenance, filtration, and chemical top-up based on analysis results.
• Carry out preventive maintenance and report any equipment malfunction immediately.
• Maintain good housekeeping in EP area and ensure compliance with 5S and EHS standards.
• Support troubleshooting activities and participate in process improvement projects.
• Label, store, and dispose of waste chemicals safely according to company policy.

Job Requirements

• Certificate or Diploma in Mechanical, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Chemistry, or related technical field.
• Minimum 1–3 years working experience in surface finishing, plating, or electropolishing process preferred.
• Fresh graduates with strong technical interests are encouraged to apply.
• Basic understanding of electropolishing and chemical surface treatment processes.
• Able to handle chemical equipment and instruments safely and accurately.
• Attention to detail and ability to follow strict process parameters.
• Good teamwork, discipline, and communication with production and engineering team

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Chemicals & Plastics Manufacturing 101-1,000 employees

Ichor offers world-class process engineering, manufacturing, materials management, and testing capabilities. Our 2,500+ employees worldwide are strategically located to provide our customers with the highest level of customer service and support from our program management, sales, engineering, and executive management teams.

Ichor Systems is an equal opportunity employer (EOO) and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Ichor offers world-class process engineering, manufacturing, materials management, and testing capabilities. Our 2,500+ employees worldwide are strategically located to provide our customers with the highest level of customer service and support from our program management, sales, engineering, and executive management teams.

Ichor Systems is an equal opportunity employer (EOO) and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.