Plating Operator - 3rd Shift
Winonics · Brea, CA · 5 mo ago
Management$20–$28/hrFull-time
Duties & Responsibilities
- Execute plating and chemical process operations, including copper plating, acid/tin plating, electroless copper, nickel, soft gold, hard gold, and related cleaning and stripping processes
- Perform resist strip, copper etch, solder strip, and associated wet process operations according to established procedures
- Conduct routine preventative maintenance on chemical baths and plating equipment to maintain stable operating conditions
- Inspect products and process stages to verify compliance with specifications and identify potential quality issues
- Follow travelers, work instructions, and order-specific requirements with accuracy and attention to detail
- Maintain compliance with local, state, and federal regulations related to chemical handling, safety, and waste management
- Collaborate with Waste Treatment personnel to ensure proper handling and disposal of spent chemicals
- Adhere to all company safety policies, PPE requirements, and chemical handling procedures
- Collaborate with Production and Engineering teams to support workflow, quality initiatives, and process improvement activities
- Perform additional duties as assigned to support department operations
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- 2–6 years of plating or wet process experience in PCB manufacturing or a similar electronics production environment preferred
- Ability to read and follow technical work instructions and production documentation
- Comfortable wearing full PPE, including gloves, safety glasses, face shields, aprons, and chemical-resistant footwear
- Comfortable working around chemical processes in a controlled manufacturing environment
- Basic computer skills for tracking and logging production data
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality standards
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced production environment
Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift up to 25 pounds without strain
- Ability to stand throughout the entire shift