Furnace Plater Trainee

About the role

Prepare and load medical and dental components for furnace plating operations per approved work instructions and traveler documentation. Operate vacuum, inert gas, or controlled-atmosphere furnaces used in the metallization, brazing, or nickel plating of superabrasive (diamond, CBN) parts.

Responsibilities

• Control and monitor process parameters including temperature, atmosphere composition, ramp rates, and soak durations using automated control systems.
• Maintain plating materials and furnace consumables according to lot traceability and expiration requirements.
• Verify part condition before and after furnace processing; inspect for coating uniformity, bond strength indicators, and visual surface quality.
• Document all process data, including batch traceability, temperature charts, and process deviations, in compliance with ISO and GMP recordkeeping standards.
• Conduct basic furnace maintenance, calibration checks, and leak detection per preventive maintenance schedules.
• Support process validation activities and assist engineering in qualifying new plating parameters or equipment.
• Adhere strictly to cleanroom or controlled manufacturing area protocols to prevent contamination of medical products.
• Follow all EHS procedures for chemical handling, thermal operations, and PPE use.
• Perform multiple tasks and priorities while maintaining a neat and orderly workplace.
• Take initiative and demonstrate internal drive for results.
• Prioritize and determine the appropriate order of tasks according to relative importance.
• Comprehend and successfully follow documented procedures.
• Follow all company safety policies and practices.
• Ability to work overtime, sometimes on short notice.

Requirements

• No prior electroplating experience required — training provided.
• Experience in manufacturing or metal finishing is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds consistently.
• Stand and sit throughout the workday as needed.
• Comfortable working around chemicals and using appropriate PPE.

Pay & Schedule

• 3rd shift: Sunday–Thursday, 11:00pm–7:30am
• $18.00 per hour + $3.00 shift differential for 3rd shift
• 80 Hours Holiday Pay
• Generous PTO
• Quarterly Bonuses
• Overtime available — not mandatory

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability
• Company matched 401k plan
• Quarterly incentive bonuses
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays and paid facility shutdown in December