Plating Operator

Kids for the Future; Schaumburg (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Summit Interconnect in Schaumburg, IL is seeking a full-time hourly Plating/Operator to join its PCB manufacturing team. You will manually submerge panels and operate plating and wet process machines under supervision, ensuring quality and process control.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, basic English proficiency, and the ability to work independently with attention to detail in a fast-paced environment. Training and safety programs are provided.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Previous experience in a manufacturing or production environment preferred.
• Fluent in reading/writing/speaking English.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Operate plating and wet process machines with standard setups and monitor parameters.
• Check chemical bath levels and adjust as directed.
• Load machines and perform manual operations.
• Maintain equipment and perform limited preventive maintenance.
• Follow industry standards and customer specifications.
• Work independently with minimal supervision and under time constraints.
• Adhere to company systems and procedures.

Skills

English fluency

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

• Base Pay $17.00 - $20.00 / Hour
• Job Category Plating, Operator, General Worker
• Industry PCB, Electronics, Manufacturing
• Employee Type FT Non-Exempt (Hourly)
• Required Degree High school
• Manage Others No

Contact information

• Phone [phone]

Description

About Summit

As North America's largest privately held printed circuit board (PCB) manufacturer, we specialize in delivering high-reliability, advanced technology PCBs across diverse sectors, including defense, aerospace, and high-performance commercial markets. At Summit Interconnect, we are dedicated to excellence through innovation, collaboration, and customer service.

Our commitment to quality and growth has been recognized through several prestigious awards. We have been honored on the Inc. 5000 list of America's Fastest-Growing Private Companies for three consecutive years, reflecting our rapid revenue growth and resilience in the industry.

With a network of North American-based facilities, we continue to expand our PCB services, increase technical support, and add advanced new technology to our operations. Join our dynamic team, where your contributions matter, and professional growth is encouraged.

About the Role

Under general supervision manually submerges panels and/or operates repetitive plating and wet process machines to electroplate/tinplate circuits onto panels.

Responsibilities

• Manually perform or operate machines requiring standard setups, constant monitoring and periodic adjustments in speed, temperature and/or chemical levels.
• Check levels of chemical baths and may perform additions as directed on assigned processes.
• Perform manual operations including machine loading.
• Operate repetitive plating and wet process machines to plate circuits onto planes, e.g., deposition process.
• Monitor machine and perform limited preventive maintenance, cleaning screens and makeup/adding chemistry under Lab direction.
• Comprehend industry standards, customer specifications, designated reference materials and their appropriate application.
• Work independently with minimal supervision.
• Work under pressure with time constraints.
• Operate all Manual Plating processes and supporting equipment with little supervision.
• Effectively follow company systems and procedures.

Requirements

Required Skills

• General ability to speak, read and write English fluently.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Problem solving ability.
• Must be able to cooperate and communicate effectively with management/supervisory staff Work independently with minimal supervision.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in printed circuit board (PCB) industry will be preferred.
• Understanding of industry standards and appropriate application

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience in a manufacturing or production environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the PCB industry is preferred but not required.

Summary

Summit offers a variety of health and benefit programs which include Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA plans, Hospital and Accident plans, Life Insurance, PTO, and Paid Holidays. Benefits are effective 1st day of the month following 30 days of hire.

ITAR Compliance Notice

This position requires compliance with the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Under ITAR, candidates must be a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (e.g., "Green Card" holder), asylee, or refugee as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). Applicants who do not meet this requirement may not be eligible for employment in this position.

Summit Interconnect is an Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone is valued and respected. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

All applicants must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check.