Coatings & Plating Technician

TAT Technologies Ltd; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

TAT Technologies Ltd in Greensboro, NC, seeks a Coatings & Plating Technician to set up, operate, and monitor plating processes for aerospace components, applying chromium, cadmium, or other coatings.

You will load parts, manage cleaning and plating cycles, inspect for defects, and ensure compliance with FAA, EASA, ISO standards while mentoring teammates. Strong data entry skills in ERP are required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED required.
• Technical school coursework in mechanic or machinist advantageous.
• Read and understand FAA, EASA, Repair Station, and ISO documentations.

Responsibilities

• Load/unload electroplating equipment and fixtures.
• Immerse parts in cleaning, plating, pickling, and rinsing tanks; monitor cycles.
• Set tank temperatures to prescribed levels.
• Inspect plated parts for defects and quality.
• Operate, maintain and service plating equipment.

Skills

Plating processes

Metal finishing

Safety awareness

Team mentoring

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Technical school coursework in mechanics

Tools

ERP system

Microsoft Word/Excel/Outlook

Quantum

Job description

TAT Technologies ("TAT") is a fast-growing, profitable provider of aerospace thermal management, power and actuation products, and repair services. Established in 1969, TAT serves as a global partner to leading aerospace companies, delivering innovative solutions across commercial, defense, OEM, and MRO markets. With employees and operations in the U.S. and Israel, TAT is recognized for its flexibility, technical expertise, and commitment to customer success.

TAT Technologies' Greensboro site serves as the company's Center of Excellence for Auxiliary Power Unit (APU) and landing gear MRO services, as well as aircraft component leasing solutions. Supporting commercial and military aircraft operators worldwide, the site provides integrated maintenance and asset management solutions that maximize fleet availability, reduce downtime, and improve operational performance.

TAT Technologies is looking for qualified Coatings & Plating Technician. This tech will set-up, operate, and monitor plating processes/machines to coat metal products with chromium, cadmium or other metal to protect surfaces used in the aviation industry.

Essential Job Functions:

• Performs any combination of following tasks to load and unload electroplating equipment: Fastens metal work pieces to devices, such as hooks, racks, and cathode bars, or loads work pieces in baskets or barrels.

• Immerses work pieces in series of cleaning, plating, pickling, and rinsing tanks, following timed cycle, manually or using hoist.
• Sets temperature dials of tanks to prescribed level.
• Removes work pieces from hooks, racks, bars, baskets, or barrels, and examines work pieces for plating defects, such as rough spots and thin plating.
• Dries plated work pieces, using oven operation.
• Uses blasting equipment to clean parts. (Aluminum oxide, glass beads)
• Mentor and train other personnel.
• Immediately report to any supervisor any safety, quality or un-ethical actions or conditions they perceive to exist for immediate evaluation and resolution.
• Operate, maintain and service specialized equipment.

• High School Diploma/GED minimum.
• Technical school courses in mechanic or machinist classes advantageous.
• Work independently of others as well as teams.
• Perform at a high level of efficiency, decision making and energy.
• Accurately complete work orders, BOMs, data inputs within ERP system.
• Read and understand Commercial, FAA, EASA, Repair Station, and ISO documentations.
• High level of integrity, confidentiality and discretion.
• Personality to fit in with current work force to provide a productive atmosphere.
• Computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Quantum preferred.
• Read and adhere to verbal and written instructions.
• Make basic decisions and work with deadlines while understanding pressure.
• Work with people and communicate (both oral and written communication) with other personnel and management effectively.

TAT Technologies is dedicated to providing an inclusive, fun, and unique workplace. We believe in acknowledging and appreciating the value of our team members. One way we value our team is by providing a comprehensive and expansive benefits offering to include Major Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, 401K with company matching, STD, LTD, accidental coverages, EAP, and more. Insurance carriers vary based on location.

Equal Employment Opportunities - TAT Technologies is committed to maintaining a supportive, healthy, and productive work environment free from discrimination, harassment, or bullying, and complying with all legislative requirements. This includes equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran.