Chemical Operator Lab Technician (2nd shift)

Hohman Plating, LLC•Dayton, OH

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Hohman Plating, a division of Novaria Group, is a leading service provider for plated coatings serving a diversified customer base including aerospace, medical, large equipment and more. In business since 1918, they are seeking long-term employees to join their team. This position provides support to the production department by maintaining the chemistry quality to designed engineering standards for plating tanks. Training is provided on 1st shift (7am-3:30pm) for up to 60-90 days, with the regular schedule being 2nd shift (3pm - 11:30pm) Monday through Friday, including a $3.00 shift premium.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED preferred
Prior experience with chemical solutions, fluid handling systems or waste water treatment systems preferred
Must have strong problem solving abilities with a focus on attention to detail
Must pass forklift certification

Responsibilities

Maintains established chemical limits for plating tanks
Transfer & add chemicals to buckets and tanks/baths based on schedule
Change filters and anodes based on schedule
Dumps, cleans and replaces chemicals in tanks/baths
Wear and maintain proper PPE as defined by department
Adequate computer skills for data entry and electronic sign off (Microsoft Office Skills)
Load and unload materials using forklift
Make-up temporary tanks for special processes
Be responsible for completing all scheduled items within plating cell
Inspect tanks/baths daily to ensure no leaks, tanks are topped off to a specified level
Identify out of tolerance readings and notify Lab Supervisor of any out of specification results
Maintain 5s/Lean concepts established company-wide & by department
Perform weekly scheduled audits of 5’s within Solution Control Departments
Maintain equipment: by inspections before and after use and generating repair work orders as needed
Ability to communicate and perform in a fast paced team environment
Perform other duties as assigned