Plating Technician -Electroplater 2nd shift

Position Overview

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Platinum Electroplater. In this role, you will apply precision platinum coatings to critical components, ensuring compliance with strict engineering specifications, OEM requirements, and industry quality standards. This is an hourly Union position and requires joining Local 475. Pay rate is $30.46/hr with an additional 10% premium for working 2nd shift hours (Monday through Friday, 3:00pm - 11:00pm).

What You'll Do

• Perform platinum electroplating on aerospace components
• Prepare parts through cleaning, masking, and surface treatments
• Operate plating equipment and monitor process parameters
• Inspect finished parts and verify coating quality
• Measure coating thickness using precision instruments
• Complete production documentation and quality records
• Follow safety, quality, and environmental procedures

What We're Looking For

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Fluent in English (speaking, reading, writing)
• Experience in manufacturing or aerospace environment
• Ability to read technical drawings and specifications
• Ability to perform basic mathematical and measurement concepts to support plating operations, including thickness calculations, current density adjustments, and process control checks
• Strong attention to detail and process discipline
• Comfortable working with chemicals and PPE

Preferred

• 1-2 years experience in electroplating or metal finishing
• Familiarity with AS9100, NADCAP, or OEM standards preferred
• Knowledge of plating chemistry and process control

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods
• Ability to lift up to 25–30 lbs
• Ability to work around chemicals and plating tanks with proper PPE

Work Environment

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to a typical manufacturing environment.
• The employee may also occasionally be exposed to moderate cold and moderate heat.
• Exposure to the production facility includes loud noise, fumes, and moving equipment.

Minor Metadata

Due to government regulation only US persons (U.S. citizen, U.S. naturalized citizen, U.S. permanent resident, holder of U.S. approved political asylee or refugee status) may be considered for this role. Chromalloy participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. Any offer of employment will also be conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen in accordance with company policy and applicable federal and state regulations. Chromalloy is an equal opportunity employer - vets/disabled.