NADCAP-Ready Precision Plater for RF Connectors

ITT Inc. - English US; El Cajon (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Short/Long-term disability

Job summary

ITT Inc. in El Cajon, CA, seeks an electroplating technician to perform production plating on small, high‑precision RF connector components. The role blends hands‑on plating with wet chemistry checks to ensure quality and NADCAP compliance.

The ideal candidate has 1–3 years in electroplating or metal finishing, with familiarity in plating processes, bath chemistry, and detailed documentation. Safety and precise recordkeeping are essential in this regulated environment.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of electroplating or metal finishing experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of plating processes and basic bath chemistry control.
• Ability to follow detailed procedures in a regulated AS9100/NADCAP environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform electroplating operations on small, precision components (e.g., contacts, connector parts) using gold and nickel plating.
• Prepare parts for plating including cleaning, masking, racking, and fixturing.
• Operate and monitor plating baths, maintaining parameters such as temperature, pH, and current density (ASF).
• Conduct basic wet chemistry checks (e.g., titrations, pH) and make routine chemical additions per specifications.
• Inspect plated parts for coverage, thickness, and defects; identify and address basic process issues.
• Maintain production records, bath logs, and lot traceability in accordance with NADCAP and quality requirements.
• Follow all safety, environmental, and chemical handling procedures.

Skills

Electroplating ops

Wet chemistry control

Documentation & records

Detail oriented

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

ITT Inc. in El Cajon, CA, seeks an electroplating technician to perform production plating on small, high‑precision RF connector components. The role blends hands‑on plating with wet chemistry checks to ensure quality and NADCAP compliance.

The ideal candidate has 1–3 years in electroplating or metal finishing, with familiarity in plating processes, bath chemistry, and detailed documentation. Safety and precise recordkeeping are essential in this regulated environment.