Plating Technician

Quaker Houghton; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan (with matching)

paid time off

health and life insurance

flexible spending accounts

employee assistance programs

short-term and long-term disability

Job summary

Quaker Houghton is seeking a hands-on plating associate in Houston to operate plating equipment and apply defined solutions per SIFCO processes. You will support the quoting process with cost estimates, collaborate with Inside Sales on technical inquiries, and design tooling to improve efficiency.

The role emphasizes adherence to orders and safety, with occasional travel to meet delivery expectations. A high school diploma or GED (or 3–6 months of related experience) is required, and the team

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; or 3–6 months related experience and/or training.
• Ability to assist in quoting costs and respond to customer questions.
• Wollows to travel as required to meet customer delivery expectations.

Responsibilities

• Performs plating work utilizing appropriate equipment and solutions.
• Adheres to customer purchase order specifications.
• Assists in preparing accurate costs for the quoting process.
• Works with Inside Sales to resolve customer technical questions.
• Designs and makes tooling/fixtures to facilitate plating efficiency.
• Maintains equipment and ensures a safe, clean work area.
• Travels as required to meet customer delivery expectations.

Skills

Cost estimation

Tooling design

Equipment maintenance

Customer relations

Travel willingness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Performs plating work utilizing appropriate equipment and solutions as defined by the SIFCO Process.

Adheres to all specifications as detailed on customer purchase orders.

Assists Contract Service Manager in preparing accurate costs for the Quoting process.

Works with Inside Sales to help resolve customer technical questions.

Designs and makes tooling and fixtures to facilitate efficient and effective plating.

Maintains equipment in working order, identifies items needing maintenance and repair.

Maintains work area to assure safe and clean work environment.

Follows all company policies, department procedures and job-specific work instructions.

Establishes and maintains positive and professional customer relations when interacting with customer representatives.

Travels as required to meet customer delivery expectations.

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or three to six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Physical Requirements:

Frequently exposed to work near moving mechanical parts and toxic or caustic chemicals.

Occasionally exposed to work in high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; outdoor weather conditions

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and/or move up to 100 pounds.

Frequently required to stand; walk; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. Occasionally required to sit.

Limitations and Disclaimer

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.

All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an “at-will” basis

This position also qualifies for full benefits. Quaker Houghton offers a robust suite of benefits for our employees including a 401(k) plan (with matching), paid time off, health and life insurance, including dental and vision coverage, flexible spending accounts to help offset the cost of dependent care and/or health care expenses, employee assistance programs, and short-term and long-term disability.

• 401(k) plan (with matching)
• paid time off
• health and life insurance, including dental and vision coverage
• flexible spending accounts to help offset the cost of dependent care and/or health care expenses
• employee assistance programs
• short-term and long-term disability

Quaker Houghton provides equal employment opportunity for all qualified candidates. Quaker Houghton does not discriminate against any candidate for employment based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, affectional or sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, creed, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, veteran’s status, physical/mental disability, genetic information, or any other category protected by U.S federal, state, and/or local employment law. Furthermore, Quaker Houghton is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified candidates with physical and/or mental disabilities