Chemical Operator/Solution Control (3rd shift)

Hohman Plating, LLC•Dayton, OH

20d•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, we are seeking long-term employees to join our team. This is a 3rd shift position, 11pm - 7:30am Sunday through Friday morning. Training is on 1st shift up to 90 days (7am - 3:30pm). The Chemical Operator/Solution Control role provides support to the production department by maintaining the chemistry quality to designed engineering standards for our plating tanks at Hohman Plating.

Requirements

Adequate computer skills for data entry and electronic sign off (Microsoft Office Skills)
Ability to communicate and perform in a fast-paced team environment
Must pass forklift certification

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Maintain established chemical limits for plating tanks
Transfer & add chemicals to buckets and tanks/baths based on schedule
Change filters and anodes based on schedule
Dump, clean and replace chemicals in tanks/baths
Wear and maintain proper PPE as defined by department
Load and unload materials using forklift
Consistently completes scheduled tasks within focus area
Inspect tanks daily to ensure no leaks, tanks are topped off to a specified level
Identify and correct out of tolerance results as applicable
Maintain 5s/Lean concepts established company-wide & by department
Communicate equipment failures to maintenance technicians and affected personnel
Independently troubleshoot simple tank issues
Conduct simple chemical testing in support of production processes
Effectively communicate test nonconformities to supervisors and affected personnel
Use and calibrate standard testing equipment
Consistently and accurately document chemical usage
Perform other duties as assigned