Electropolish Operator

RIE Coatings•Albuquerque, NM

15h

About The Position

RIE is seeking an experienced Electropolish (Plating) Operator to join its metal finishing team. The role involves producing quality metal-finished products for customers in a variety of industries in a busy manufacturing environment. The regular schedule is Monday through Thursday, 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., and Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. During the first 6–8 weeks, training takes place on the regular shift: Monday through Thursday, 6:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., and Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Occasional Saturday overtime may be needed. Pay is $20.00 per hour for candidates without experience and up to $25.00 per hour with plating experience. The position offers a $1,500 sign-on/retention bonus and quarterly bonuses based on production-goal achievement. The role requires careful handling and processing of parts, operation and monitoring of plating equipment and production lines, accurate production and quality documentation, and adherence to safety and quality procedures. The work is performed in a manufacturing environment involving chemicals, coatings, and varying temperatures. Physical requirements include frequently lifting, pushing, pulling, and carrying up to 50 pounds; occasionally lifting up to 65 pounds and rarely up to 75 pounds; standing and walking for extended periods; and bending, twisting, reaching, and performing repetitive tasks throughout the shift.

Requirements

Strong work ethic and dependable attendance.
Willingness to learn new skills and follow established procedures.
Ability to read, write, and understand written and verbal instructions.
Good attention to detail and commitment to quality.
Ability to work safely in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Ability to frequently lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 pounds; occasionally lift up to 65 pounds and rarely up to 75 pounds.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods and bend, twist, reach, and perform repetitive tasks throughout the shift.
Good hand-eye coordination and visual attention to detail.
Ability to work around chemicals, coatings, and varying temperatures in a manufacturing environment.

Nice To Haves

Manufacturing or metal finishing experience is preferred but not required.
Plating experience is associated with pay up to $25.00 per hour.

Responsibilities

Rack, mask, clean, rinse, and inspect parts for processing.
Operate and monitor plating equipment and production lines.
Follow established process instructions and adjust equipment as required.
Inspect parts before and after processing to ensure quality standards are met.
Accurately record production information and process data.
Maintain required production and quality documentation.
Work with teammates to meet production schedules.
Follow all safety procedures and wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).
Keep the work area clean, organized, and free of safety hazards.
Assist with other production duties as assigned.