Electroplating Operator

Advanced Plating Technologies, Inc; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Advanced Plating Technologies, Inc. is seeking a candidate to run an electroplating production line, follow procedures, adjust bath chemistry, and inspect products. The role requires teamwork, strict adherence to safety rules, and collaboration with supervisors to meet production goals.

The ideal candidate has a strong chemistry background, knowledge of quality systems, and expresses initiative. This on-site position supports a fast-paced manufacturing environment with continuous improvement

Qualifications

• Team oriented with good communication and feedback skills.
• Ability to follow written procedures precisely and document results.
• Respect for attendance and punctuality policies.

Responsibilities

• Set, start, and shutdown electroplating lines.
• Meet scheduling priorities on the line.
• Track key metrics to drive continuous improvement.
• Ensure safe practices and company policies are followed.
• Coordinate tasks with production and support supervisors.
• Support maintenance and housekeeping objectives.
• Read and interpret shop papers; provide feedback on issues.

Skills

Chemistry knowledge

Quality mindset

Communication skills

Safety conscious

Education

Electroplating/Metal finishing experience

ISO quality mgmt systems experience

Tools

Forklift license

Job description

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Role and Responsibilities

We will train a candidate who will take responsibility for and run all aspects of an electroplating production line. The candidate must be able to accurately follow written procedures, adjust bath chemistry, and be able to inspect raw and finished product using a variety of inspection methods and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Sets. Starts, and shutdowns electroplating lines
• Works to achieve scheduling priorities on the line
• Tracking of key metrics to constantly drive continuous improvement
• Work to ensure safe practices and company policies and procedures are being followed
• Work closely with production supervisors to coordinate and schedule tasks/projects
• Work closely with support supervisors to coordinate and schedule tasks/projects
• Work to ensure ongoing success of company maintenance plans and objectives
• Work to ensure ongoing success of company housekeeping and organization objectives
• Reads and accurately interpret shop paper, provides feedback on issues and changes
• Performs other assigned duties to achieve the

Goals Of The Department And Company Qualifications And Education

Requirements A successful candidate must be a team oriented person with good communication skills. A successful candidate must be able to excel at the following: Show high level of job related knowledge Show a high level of quality of work Follows set attendance/punctuality policies

• Takes Initiative Shows Good Communication And Listening Skills Is
• dependable
• Preferred Skills
• Strong Chemistry background
• Strong Mathematic background
• Good Organizational skills
• Electroplating/Metal Finishing experience
• ISO quality mgmt systems experience
• Forklift license a plus

Physical Demands

The ability to lift 50 pounds

Environment

The work environment is a fast paced, manufacturing job-shop. A variety of chemical baths are used on manufacturing floor on a daily basis and proper care and focus must be taken to ensure safety.

Communication and teamwork are highly valued within the company as well as the push for continual improvement. Advanced Plating Technologies is an Equal Opportunity and Affiantive Action Employer. This company will provide equal opportunity to all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Information collected regarding categories as provided by law will in no way affect the decision regarding an employment application.