Plater I/Job Shop (Electroplating Machine Operator) -2nd shift M-F 3pm-11pm (Train on 1st)

Greenwood Fabricating & Plating, LLC; Greenwood (SC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Greenwood Fabricating & Plating, LLC is seeking a Plater who determines size, composition, plating process and thickness from customer orders. The role requires maintaining production and quality standards and following safety rules.

Daily tasks include inspecting parts, applying plating, testing thickness, and documenting results. The position involves standing 100% of the time, lifting up to 70 pounds, and operating forklifts as needed.

Qualifications

• Legible handwriting
• Ability to follow written instructions accurately
• Ability to use measuring instruments, gauges and test equipment proficiently and accurately
• Understand decimals and fractions
• Team player behavior
• Good written and communication skills
• Read blueprint specifications
• Able to lift up to 70 pounds frequently
• Standing, stooping and bending 100% of the time

Responsibilities

• Follows customer service schedule and assists customer service when requested.
• Determines amount of time and electrical current to be applied to parts during plating process.
• Visually inspects parts through cleaning process and post plate rinsing.
• Dries, inspects and packages plated parts per customer specs.
• Performs thickness and adhesion tests and documents results.
• Keeps floors, stands, tanks, racks, and work area clean.
• Follows all safety rules.
• Fills out daily preventative maintenance check sheets.
• Performs routine preventative maintenance as needed.
• Operates forklift when necessary.
• Identifies and handles hazardous materials.
• Plater I: completes 90-day introductory period and meets expectations.
• Plater II: 6+ months with progressing responsibilities.
• Plater III: 2+ years with broad line experience and troubleshooting skills.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Written communication

Blueprint reading

Manual dexterity

Ability to stand 100%

Tools

Measuring tools

Gauges

Test equipment

Forklift

Job description

Summary Of Duties

Responsible for determining size, composition, plating process and thickness for materials from the customer order form. Must maintain production and quality standards. Must conform to all safety rules. Must maintain documentation as required. Performs other duties assigned by supervisor or lead person.

Summary Of Duties

Responsible for determining size, composition, plating process and thickness for materials from the customer order form. Must maintain production and quality standards. Must conform to all safety rules. Must maintain documentation as required. Performs other duties assigned by supervisor or lead person.

Job Duties Include (but Not Limited To)

• Follows customer service schedule and assists customer service when requested.
• Determines amount of time and electrical current to be applied to parts during plating process in accordance with standard manufacturing procedures.
• Visually inspects parts through cleaning process and post plate rinsing process.
• Dries, inspects and packages plated parts in according to customer specifications and quality standards.
• Performs thickness and adhesion test and documents as required.
• Keeps floors, stands, tanks, racks, and immediate work area clean and free of clutter and debris.
• Follows all safety rules.
• Fills out daily preventative maintenance check sheets. Documents existing problems on proper forms.
• Performs routine preventative maintenance as needed.
• Operates forklift whenever necessary.
• Responsible for identifying and handling hazardous materials. (Line 1)
• Plater I: Has successfully completed their 90-day introductory period and has earned a score of meets expectations on their 90-day review.
• Plater II: Is an experienced employee, with at least 6 months of continuous service where they have met all expectations and efficiencies. Has started to cross train on other lines and is steadily working towards improving quality and efficiency, while seeking opportunities to learn in new areas.
• Plater III: Is an experienced employee, with at least 2 years of continuous service where they have met all expectations and efficiencies for most of that period. Can operate 2 or more lines, is able to recognize quality issues and troubleshoot most problems with minimal guidance.

Minimum Job Requirements (but Not Limited To)

• Legible handwriting
• Ability to follow written instructions accurately.
• Ability to use measuring instruments, gauges and test equipment proficiently and accurately.
• Have proficient understanding of decimals and fractions.
• Ability to work well with other people and demonstrate a team player behavior.
• Must possess and demonstrate good written and communication skills.
• Accurately read blueprint specifications.
• Ability to lift up to 70 pounds at frequent intervals.
• Must maintain "meets expectation" attendance, safety and job performance evaluations.
• This job requires standing, stooping and bending 100% of the time.