Plating Technician

LMT Defense•Eldridge, IA

1h•Onsite

About The Position

LMT Defense is seeking a Plating Technician to contribute to the company's advancement in the firearm industry. This fast-paced role offers competitive benefits, flexible work schedules, and opportunities for career advancement. The primary function of the Plating Technician is to perform metal finishing and electroplating operations to achieve high-quality coatings on parts. This involves surface preparation, operating plating equipment, monitoring plating baths, and ensuring finished products meet specified thickness, appearance, and quality standards. The position requires strict adherence to safety protocols, chemical handling procedures, and production instructions, as well as maintaining accurate records of work performed.

Requirements

High School/GED diploma
2 years of experience in manufacturing, industrial setting, or chemical process.
Must be able to sign and abide by Company’s employee manual and confidentiality agreement.
Required to successfully complete a background check, job physical and drug screening.
Excellent written and verbal communication, and interpersonal skills.
Strong problem-solving abilities and strategic mindset.
Proven experience and understanding of Lockout Tagout, chemical handling, PPE.
Awareness of and adherence to confined space rules.
Safe operation of relevant tools associated with electroplating.
Ability to read and follow plating specs, SOPs, blueprints, and thickness requirements.
Ability to prepare metal surfaces: cleaning, polishing, sanding, and chemical treatment.
Attention to detailed and high-quality standards.
Ability to follow detailed work instructions and maintain accurate production logs.
Strong awareness of chemical handling, safety processes, and PPE requirements.

Nice To Haves

OSHA 10-hour or equivalent safety training.
First aid and CPR Certification.
Environmental compliance certifications (e.g., RCRA, HAZWOPER).
Dangerous Goods/Hazardous materials ground transportation certification.
Chemical Handling Certification.
2 years of experience in electroplating, hard chrome plating, liquid paint line, Powder Coat paint line, electrostatic paint applications or other metal surface treatment.
Knowledge of plating chemistry, equipment, and process control.
Hands on experience with plating baths, chemical handling, and plating equipment.
A strong passion for firearms, defense technologies, and the shooting sports community.

Responsibilities

Perform metal finishing and electroplating operations to achieve high-quality coatings on parts.
Prepare surfaces, operate plating equipment, monitor plating baths, and ensure finished products meet thickness, appearance, and quality standards.
Adhere strictly to safety protocols, chemical handling procedures, and production instructions.
Maintain accurate records of work performed.
Demonstrate proven experience and understanding of Lockout Tagout, chemical handling, PPE.
Be aware of and adhere to confined space rules.
Safely operate relevant tools associated with electroplating.
Read and follow plating specs, SOPs, blueprints, and thickness requirements.
Prepare metal surfaces: cleaning, polishing, sanding, and chemical treatment.
Follow detailed work instructions and maintain accurate production logs.
Inspect and document plated parts for quality, thickness measurements, adhesion, hardness and appearance.
Prepare surfaces of metal parts for plating, including cleaning, polishing, sanding, and degreasing.
Set up and operate electroplating equipment (tanks, racks, fixtures, and other equipment).
Accurately record data as required for Air emissions, requirements, trouble shooting and process improvement.
Perform all other duties as assigned.