Plating Operator

Regal Rexnord•Radford, VA

About The Position

SUMMARY The Plating Operator has a good working knowledge of metal plating processes on machined motor components to meet strict quality and industry standards. This includes preparing surfaces, executing plating operations such as electroplating and anodizing, and monitoring bath chemistry to ensure optimal adhesion and finish. The role requires strong technical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to troubleshoot plating issues while maintaining compliance with safety and environmental regulations. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Prepare and clean machined parts for plating (degreasing, masking, etc.). Perform plating processes (electroplating, anodizing, and other surface treatments) per specifications. Monitor and adjust plating parameters (temperature, voltage, time) for quality results. Measure and record bath levels (pH, specific gravity, titrations) and maintain chemical balance. Conduct quality inspections to ensure compliance with ASTM, AMS, and MIL standards. Maintain accurate records of plating operations and test results. Collaborate with Quality and Materials teams to resolve issues and implement corrective actions. Ensure adherence to EHS, OSHA, and hazardous waste disposal guidelines. Must have basic understanding and usage of mechanical gaging equipment and electrical test equipment Experience and knowledge of inspection techniques, tools, materials and equipment Must be able to read and work to blue-prints and work instructions Coordinate daily, weekly, and monthly testing requirements, samples, and testing as outline in QC-S-155 Correlate data, update daily and weekly internal quality metrics/sample results Maintaining records for results from QC-S-155 and making updates as needed Perform metal plating processes including electroplating, anodizing, and other surface treatments according to established specifications. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education and Experience Requirements Minimum two years’ experience in related field is preferred. Knowledge of basic chemistry and plating bath maintenance. Ability to read blueprints and technical standards. Familiarity with mechanical gaging and electrical test equipment. Strong troubleshooting and computer skills (Excel proficiency). Strong mechanical technical background to troubleshoot systems, machinery, test equipment. The ability to lift up to 50 pounds. High School Diploma or GED Physical Demand and Work Environment: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee, with or without reasonable accommodation, to successfully perform the essential functions of this job: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and sit. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus. Restrictions imposed by federal export control laws may limit this job opportunity to candidates who are a “U.S. Person”, which includes U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, U.S. permanent residents, individuals granted asylum in the United States, and refugees in the United States, or who otherwise can qualify for a license that permits them to hold the position.

Requirements

Minimum two years’ experience in related field is preferred.
Knowledge of basic chemistry and plating bath maintenance.
Ability to read blueprints and technical standards.
Familiarity with mechanical gaging and electrical test equipment.
Strong troubleshooting and computer skills (Excel proficiency).
Strong mechanical technical background to troubleshoot systems, machinery, test equipment.
The ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
High School Diploma or GED

Responsibilities

Prepare and clean machined parts for plating (degreasing, masking, etc.).
Perform plating processes (electroplating, anodizing, and other surface treatments) per specifications.
Monitor and adjust plating parameters (temperature, voltage, time) for quality results.
Measure and record bath levels (pH, specific gravity, titrations) and maintain chemical balance.
Conduct quality inspections to ensure compliance with ASTM, AMS, and MIL standards.
Maintain accurate records of plating operations and test results.
Collaborate with Quality and Materials teams to resolve issues and implement corrective actions.
Ensure adherence to EHS, OSHA, and hazardous waste disposal guidelines.
Must have basic understanding and usage of mechanical gaging equipment and electrical test equipment
Experience and knowledge of inspection techniques, tools, materials and equipment
Must be able to read and work to blue-prints and work instructions
Coordinate daily, weekly, and monthly testing requirements, samples, and testing as outline in QC-S-155
Correlate data, update daily and weekly internal quality metrics/sample results
Maintaining records for results from QC-S-155 and making updates as needed
Perform metal plating processes including electroplating, anodizing, and other surface treatments according to established specifications.