Metal PlatingFinishing Expert

Chicago, IL - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 6 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Metal Plating/Finishing Expert
Location: Chicago IL
Industry: Manufacturing / Metal Finishing
Employment Type: Full-Time Onsite
Overview:
Our client a well-established manufacturer in the Chicago area is seeking a Metal Plating/Finishing Expert to lead and optimize their metal finishing operations. The ideal candidate will bring deep technical expertise in plating processes surface finishing and quality standards as well as a hands-on approach to process improvement and team leadership.
Key Responsibilities:

Oversee daily operations within the metal plating and finishing department ensuring consistent product quality and compliance with all safety and environmental regulations.
Develop monitor and optimize electroplating anodizing and surface treatment processes for various metals (nickel chrome zinc etc.).
Analyze and troubleshoot plating issues to maintain optimal chemical balance bath integrity and production efficiency.
Collaborate with engineering quality and production teams to improve process reliability and surface finish consistency.
Maintain accurate documentation of process parameters bath maintenance and inspection results.
Train and mentor production staff on plating techniques quality standards and safety practices.
Implement continuous improvement initiatives to reduce waste improve throughput and ensure compliance with ISO and EPA standards.
Manage relationships with chemical suppliers and plating equipment vendors.

Qualifications:

5 years of hands-on experience in metal plating finishing or electroplating operations (industrial/manufacturing environment preferred).
Strong understanding of chemical process control surface preparation and plating bath chemistry.
Experience with chrome nickel zinc or cadmium plating processes highly desirable.
Proven ability to troubleshoot and optimize production processes.
Knowledge of environmental health and safety requirements related to plating operations.
Excellent communication leadership and organizational skills.

Preferred:

Associates or Bachelors degree in Chemistry Chemical Engineering Materials Science or related field.
Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing Six Sigma or ISO 9001 standards.
Experience supervising a plating team or department.

Metal Plating/Finishing Expert Location: Chicago IL Industry: Manufacturing / Metal Finishing Employment Type: Full-Time OnsiteOverview:Our client a well-established manufacturer in the Chicago area is seeking a Metal Plating/Finishing Expert to lead and optimize their metal finishing operations. T...

Oversee daily operations within the metal plating and finishing department ensuring consistent product quality and compliance with all safety and environmental regulations.
Develop monitor and optimize electroplating anodizing and surface treatment processes for various metals (nickel chrome zinc etc.).
Analyze and troubleshoot plating issues to maintain optimal chemical balance bath integrity and production efficiency.
Collaborate with engineering quality and production teams to improve process reliability and surface finish consistency.
Maintain accurate documentation of process parameters bath maintenance and inspection results.
Train and mentor production staff on plating techniques quality standards and safety practices.
Implement continuous improvement initiatives to reduce waste improve throughput and ensure compliance with ISO and EPA standards.
Manage relationships with chemical suppliers and plating equipment vendors.

Qualifications:

5 years of hands-on experience in metal plating finishing or electroplating operations (industrial/manufacturing environment preferred).
Strong understanding of chemical process control surface preparation and plating bath chemistry.
Experience with chrome nickel zinc or cadmium plating processes highly desirable.
Proven ability to troubleshoot and optimize production processes.
Knowledge of environmental health and safety requirements related to plating operations.
Excellent communication leadership and organizational skills.

Preferred:

Associates or Bachelors degree in Chemistry Chemical Engineering Materials Science or related field.
Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing Six Sigma or ISO 9001 standards.
Experience supervising a plating team or department.