Plating Line Operator **3rd Shift**

Perform duties required to process customer parts in automated zinc electroPlating Line and supervise helpers required.

Key Responsibilities:  

• Load electroplating barrels using hydraulic dumping equipment or manually with the appropriate weight to obtain adequate plating coverage per shop order.
• Perform in-processing inspection to determine plating quality and conformance to specifications for both bath contents and plating thickness.
• Notify Chemical Processing technician when abnormal appearance of parts or chemical baths are identified.
• Remove customer parts from the barrels place in the dryer system. Make sure dryer chutes and baskets are free of parts.
• Operate baking equipment for hydrogen relief of parts as required by the specifications and/or as stated on the shop order.
• Document production downtime and chemical additions as required by the Divisional Quality Control Manual.
• Supervise and train helpers in plating operation and related activities. 
• Store, retrieve, and replace chemical containers using forklift, hand trucks, or manual means.
• Clean plating tanks to remove contaminants and/or buildup.
• Perform zinc ball addition and minor line maintenance as scheduled.
• Communicate any abnormalities to Shift Supervisor, Maintenance Department, Production Manager, etc.

Qualifications:

• Requires a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment physical and drug screen, this includes THC.

Experience:

• On-the-job training is required for this position.
• Machine Operating experience in a similar environment. 
• Must be available for all shifts.

License(s)/Certification(s) Required:

• Must be able to obtain a forklift certification.

Competitive Benefits Package:

• Medical benefits (including Teledoc Telehealth Visits)
• Dental benefits
• Group Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Holiday Pay
• Sickness & Accident pay
• 401k with employer match and employer contribution up to 5.5%
• Employee Referral Bonus & chance to win annual $2,000 drawing!
• Employee Assistance Program
• Shift Differential for 2nd and 3rd shifts.