Plater/ Chemical Processing Technician

Automation Personnel Services; Florida; On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay

Medical, dental, vision, short-termdis

40 Hours Service Bonus after 1 year of

6 paid Holidays after 1 year of

Job summary

Automation Personnel Services is seeking a Plater / Chemical Processing Technician for a Clearwater, FL manufacturing partner focused on aerospace and defense finishing.

The role involves performing chromate conversion coatings, plating on aluminum and other metals, and monitoring baths and process parameters to ensure quality and conformance to specifications. Training and career progression are available in a fast-growing team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in metal finishing, plating, anodizing, passivation, or chemical processing.
• Direct experience with chromate conversion coatings (Chem Film/Alodine).
• Understanding of metal preparation and surface treatment techniques.
• Knowledge of NADCAP or AS9100 quality environments.
• Ability to read and follow written work instructions and specifications.
• Basic math and measurement skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform chromate conversion coating (Alodine/Chem Film) processes on aluminum and other metal components.
• Process parts through plating lines, including nickel, zinc, tin, and cadmium.
• Prepare metal surfaces through cleaning, etching, rinsing, masking, and pre-treatment procedures.
• Monitor chemical baths and process parameters including temperature, concentration, pH levels, and immersion times.
• Follow detailed work instructions, military specifications, and customer requirements.
• Load and unload parts on racks and fixtures for chemical processing operations.
• Conduct visual inspections to verify coating quality and conformance to specifications.

Skills

Reading instructions and procedures

Basic math and measurement

PPE compliance

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Chromate conversion coating equipment (Chem Film/Alodine)

Job description

Plater / Chemical Processing Technician

Automation Personnel Services is looking for a Plater/ Chemical Processing Technician for a company based in Clearwater, FL. In this role, you will have the opportunity to advance your career while being a key part of a dynamic team in a fast-growing aerospace and defense metal finishing manufacturer.

Pay Rate

$20.00 - $25.00 per hour, depending on experience

Schedule and Hours

Monday through Friday, 5:00 am to 3:00 pm

Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform chromate conversion coating (Alodine/Chem Film) processes on aluminum and other metal components.
• Process parts through plating lines, including nickel, zinc, tin, and cadmium.
• Prepare metal surfaces through cleaning, etching, rinsing, masking, and pre-treatment procedures.
• Monitor chemical baths and process parameters including temperature, concentration, pH levels, and immersion times.
• Follow detailed work instructions, military specifications, and customer requirements.
• Load and unload parts on racks and fixtures for chemical processing operations.
• Conduct visual inspections to verify coating quality and conformance to specifications.

Qualifications and Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Experience in metal finishing, plating, anodizing, passivation, or chemical processing.
• Direct experience with chromate conversion coatings (Chem Film/Alodine).
• Understanding of metal preparation and surface treatment techniques.
• Knowledge of NADCAP or AS9100 quality environments.
• Ability to read and follow written work instructions and specifications.
• Basic math and measurement skills.
• Ability to work with chemical solutions and wear required PPE.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.

Job Type

Full-time, temporary to hire

Benefits

• Weekly Pay
• Medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance
• 40 Hours Service Bonus after 1 year of continuous service and 1500 hours
• 6 paid Holidays after 1 year of continuous service and 1500 hours

Referral Bonus

$50.00. Both employee and referral must stay on assignment for 30 days to receive the payout.

401(k) Retirement Plan

Automation Personnel Services is the only staffing agency specializing in manufacturing and industrial roles that offers 401(k) matching to all eligible contingent and temporary associates.

Equal Opportunity Employer