Plating Quality Inspector — Precision Coatings

Vertiv Group Corporation; Anderson (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Vertiv is seeking a detail-oriented Plating Tester to inspect, test, and verify the quality of plated components during manufacturing. You will conduct visual and dimensional inspections, coating thickness and adhesion testing, and document results to ensure customer specifications and engineering requirements are met.

The role supports root cause investigations and continuous improvement, collaborates with cross-functional teams, and requires adherence to safety standards in a dynamic

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience in quality control, manufacturing inspection, plating operations, or related field preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and work instructions.
• Experience using precision measuring instruments and inspection equipment preferred.
• Basic computer skills for documentation and data entry.

Responsibilities

• Perform visual inspections of plated components to verify appearance, finish quality, and compliance with established standards.
• Conduct coating thickness measurements, adhesion testing, conductivity testing, and other required quality tests.
• Utilize micrometers, gauges, coating thickness testers, and related inspection tools.
• Review and verify product specifications, engineering drawings, process sheets, and quality documentation.
• Accurately document inspection and test results and maintain records per procedures.
• Identify non-conforming materials and communicate findings to production and quality teams.
• Support root cause investigations and corrective actions related to plating defects and process issues.
• Monitor plating processes to ensure compliance with quality and operational standards.
• Assist with first-piece, in-process, and final inspections as required.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment and follow safety procedures.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and quality teams to resolve quality concerns and drive continuous improvement.
• Follow all company policies, quality standards, and work instructions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Teamwork

Reading engineering drawings

Data entry basics

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Micrometers

Coating thickness testers

Gauges

Inspection tools

Conductivity testers

Job description

Vertiv is seeking a detail-oriented Plating Tester to inspect, test, and verify the quality of plated components during manufacturing. You will conduct visual and dimensional inspections, coating thickness and adhesion testing, and document results to ensure customer specifications and engineering requirements are met.

The role supports root cause investigations and continuous improvement, collaborates with cross-functional teams, and requires adherence to safety standards in a dynamic