Analytical Chemist in Oldsmar

Energy Jobline ZR; Florida; On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Energy Jobline ZR is seeking an Electroplating Chemist in Florida to join a hands-on lab and production team. You will perform chemical analyses, monitor plating baths, and ensure NADCAP/AS9100 compliance while supporting process improvements and product qualification.

The role requires a chemistry-related bachelor’s degree, 2+ years in electroplating or related fields, and familiarity with AMS/MIL/ASTM standards. In-person work and competitive benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or related field; advanced degree optional.
• Experience with NADCAP audits and aerospace specifications preferred.
• AS9100 quality systems familiarity required.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine chemical analysis of plating baths and solutions.
• Monitor and document bath chemistries to specifications.
• Support NADCAP audits and ensure AMS/MIL/ASTM compliance.
• Lead process improvement and root-cause investigations.
• Develop control plans, lab procedures, and work instructions.
• Provide technical support to production plating operations.
• Collaborate with engineering on new product introduction.

Skills

Analytical chemistry

Plating processes

Documentation & data

Troubleshooting

Communication

NADCAP audits

AMS/MIL/ASTM

Education

Bachelor’s in Chemistry

Chemical Engineering

Materials Science

Advanced degree optional

Tools

Rectifiers

Spectroscopy equipment

Thickness measurement tools

Quality systems software

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

The qualifications required for the Electroplating Chemist position are:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field.
• An advanced degree is but not required.

Experience:

• 2+ years of experience in electroplating, chemical finishing, or related fields.
• Hands-on experience with plating processes (e.g., nickel, cadmium, zinc, chromium, anodizing, or conversion coatings).
• Familiarity with NADCAP requirements and aerospace/defense plating specifications is .
• Minimum 3+ years of experience in electroplating, anodizing, or aerospace chemical processing.
• Experience with NADCAP AC7108 audits and compliance is strongly .
• Familiarity with AS9100 quality systems and AMS/MIL specifications is required.

Skills:

• Strong analytical chemistry background (wet chemistry, titration, HACH spectroscopy, Atomic Absorption Spectrometer, X-Ray Machine coating thickness and material analysis).
• Knowledge of plating equipment, rectifiers, and solution maintenance.
• Ability to interpret technical specifications and quality requirements.
• Proficiency in documentation, data analysis, and report writing.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
• Experience preparing for and supporting NADCAP audits.
• Ability to interpret and apply AMS, MIL, ASTM, and OEM specifications.

The key responsibilities of the Electroplating Chemist include:

Process Control & Maintenance:

• Perform routine chemical analysis (e.g., titrations, pH, conductivity, spectroscopy) of plating baths, rinses, and associated solutions.
• Monitor, adjust, and document bath chemistries to ensure compliance with specifications.
• Maintain chemical records and ensure traceability per NADCAP/AS9100 requirements.

Technical Support & Troubleshooting:

• Provide day-to-day technical support for production plating operations.
• Investigate and resolve plating defects, adhesion failures, and thickness variations.
• Support root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.

Compliance & Quality:

• Ensure plating processes meet industry and customer specifications (e.g., AMS, MIL, ASTM standards).
• Support internal and external audits (NADCAP, ISO, AS9100, customer).
• Develop and maintain control plans, work instructions, and lab procedures.

Research & Development:

• Evaluate new plating chemistries, additives, and technologies.
• Support process improvement projects to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve sustainability.
• Collaborate with engineering on new product introduction and special customer requests.

Safety & Environmental Compliance:

• Ensure safe handling, storage, and disposal of chemicals in compliance with OSHA, EPA, DEP, and state and local regulations.
• Conduct safety training for laboratory and plating personnel.
• Actively participate in the site's environmental, health, and safety (EHS) program.

Technical & Production Support:

• Troubleshoot plating defects, adhesion issues, or coating nonconformances and implement corrective/preventive actions.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and quality teams on new part qualification, first article processing (FAI), and process validations.

R&D and Continuous Improvement:

• Lead process improvement projects aligned with lean manufacturing and zero-defect initiatives.
• Support development of new plating processes to meet emerging aerospace specifications.

NADCAP & Specification Support:

• Support NADCAP AC7108 audits, internal audits, and customer audits.
• Ensure compliance with specifications such as AMS, MIL, and other aerospace plating standards such as:

• MIL-A-8625 Type II ( Sulfuric Acid) Anodizing
• AMS-QQ-P-416 Cadmium Electroplating
• AMS2700 Passivation of Corrosion Resistant Steels
• MIL-DTL-5541 Chemical Conversion Coating
• ASTN-B-117 Standard Practice for Operating Salt Spray (Fog) Apparatus

• Conduct periodic system audits to verify adherence to customer and NADCAP requirements.
• Conduct chemicals inventory, supplier survey, and purchasing etc....

PAY IS BASED ON EXPERIENCE

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Experience:

• chemical finishing: 2 years (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)

Work Location:

In person