Chemical Coating Operator

Dayton Granger, Inc.•Fort Lauderdale, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Dayton-Granger, Inc. is seeking a Chemical Coating Operator to join its manufacturing team in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The company designs, tests, and manufactures aircraft antennas, electrostatic dischargers, and lightning protection components. In this role, the operator uses chemical solutions and processing equipment to apply protective coatings to metal parts, follows work instructions, checks parts for quality, and handles chemicals safely. The position is a direct-hire, full-time role on the first shift, Monday through Friday, from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED and at least one year of experience in manufacturing, chemical processing, or industrial production. Offers are contingent on successfully completing a background check and drug screen. The role requires access to export-controlled information, so applicants must be U.S. persons as defined by applicable regulations.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least one year of experience in a manufacturing, chemical-processing, or industrial-production environment.
Experience handling or working directly with industrial chemicals, including knowledge of proper handling, storage, labeling, and safety procedures.
Experience operating industrial machinery, production equipment, or processing systems.
Experience working with metal components, manufactured parts, or industrial materials.
Ability to read and understand basic blueprints, work instructions, and manufacturing procedures.
Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 25 pounds and stand for extended periods.
Ability to properly use and wear required PPE when handling chemicals and operating equipment.
Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
Must be a U.S. person as defined by export-control regulations.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in chemical processing, metal finishing, plating, anodizing, or industrial coating operations.
Hands-on experience operating chemical immersion tanks, treatment baths, or similar industrial processing equipment.
Experience measuring, mixing, or transferring industrial chemical solutions.
Familiarity with chemical conversion coating, Chemfilm, and passivation.
Experience monitoring chemical-processing conditions, including immersion times, temperature, and solution concentration.
Experience performing chemical testing, including pH testing, titration, or solution monitoring.
Previous experience in aerospace, defense, or other precision-manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities

Operate chemical immersion tanks and processing equipment to apply chemical coatings to metal components.
Process metal-finishing jobs according to written procedures, work instructions, engineering drawings, and production schedules.
Handle and process metal components through chemical treatment systems according to established procedures.
Follow chemical coating procedures, including required immersion times and processing steps.
Handle, use, and store industrial chemicals safely according to company procedures and safety requirements.
Perform chemical coating, Chemfilm immersion, and touch-up applications as trained.
Inspect processed parts for visible defects and report quality concerns to management.
Maintain accurate production records, process logs, and other required documentation.
Identify and report equipment problems, chemical-processing concerns, and production issues to management.
Follow procedures for chemical labeling, storage, and waste disposal.
Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) and follow chemical-handling and workplace-safety procedures.
Perform sandblasting on fiberglass housings as needed according to manufacturing specifications.
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
Complete assigned production orders within established schedules while meeting quality standards.
Follow DG safety procedures and company policies.
Perform other duties as assigned by management.