SIFCO Plating Technician & Tooling Designer

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

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