Plating Technician

MPC Plating Inc•Brooklyn, OH

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Plating Technician is responsible for monitoring and maintaining the automatic plating line to ensure the quality and consistency of all plated parts. This role includes chemical analysis, tank maintenance, filtration monitoring, and adherence to safety and environmental standards to support efficient production operations.

Requirements

Ability to work overtime, sometimes on short notice
Strong ability to read and fill in checklists, correspondence, and procedure documentation
Commitment to following all safety regulations and PPE requirements
Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds
Excellent attendance and reliability
Ability to work effectively in a team-based manufacturing environment

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of hazardous material handling and chemical solution maintenance
Basic understanding of chemistry principles
Experience with plating on plastics or metals preferred
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

Responsibilities

Monitor and maintain plating tanks, weirs, solution levels, air agitation, and filtration systems
Perform chemical additions and maintain proper formulation of plating solutions
Conduct temperature checks and pH testing according to established procedures
Monitor, clean, and replace filtration and regeneration systems per maintenance schedules
Oversee recovery systems and perform cleaning or maintenance as required
Interpret and follow written, verbal, diagram, and schedule-based instructions
Maintain a clean and safe work area around chemical storage, filtration, regeneration, and recovery equipment
Follow all safety procedures and properly use required personal protective equipment (PPE)
Complete required daily checklists and documentation
Assist other plating technicians as needed
Perform additional duties as assigned