Electroplating Technician

VPC; Waynesboro (VA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Panel Corporation in Waynesboro, VA is seeking an Electroplater B for a full-time manual plating position. You will operate automated plating lines, set up barrels, racks and fixtures, and follow ISO process documentation.

You will monitor baths, maintain temperatures and pH, adjust chemistries to spec, and inspect parts using blueprints and QA tools such as X-ray fluorescence. Teamwork and strict PPE use are essential in this role.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with 1–3 years in manufacturing.
• Experience with metal finishing or automated plating lines preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret process documentation and blueprints.
• Commitment to safety and PPE use in a lab environment.

Responsibilities

• Locate plating and VPC process documentation in ISO database.
• Set up automated plating equipment and related items (barrels, racks, fixtures) to run parts on gold, nickel lines.
• Use documentation for amperage and time settings to regulate plating processes.
• Monitor baths for temperature and pH; perform nickel plating and anodize analysis as needed.
• Adjust baths to conform to specifications.
• Read blueprints/ drawings to verify tolerances with inspection tools (e.g., X-ray fluorescence unit).
• Understand flow pattern and operate waste treatment system safely.
• Demonstrate QA principles and report quality issues to supervision.
• Work as a team player and assist others on plating lines.
• Wear PPE and work safely around chemicals as required.

Skills

Multitasking

Problem solving

Team player

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

X-ray fluorescence unit

Job description

Virginia Panel Corporation in Waynesboro, VA is seeking an Electroplater B for a full-time manual plating position. You will operate automated plating lines, set up barrels, racks and fixtures, and follow ISO process documentation.

You will monitor baths, maintain temperatures and pH, adjust chemistries to spec, and inspect parts using blueprints and QA tools such as X-ray fluorescence. Teamwork and strict PPE use are essential in this role.