Job Description

Key Responsibilities (Electroplating / Metal Finishing)

• Perform full-cycle electroplating operations: preparation, masking, fixturing, plating, and teardown
• Execute Hard Chrome, Thin Dense Chrome (TDC), Cadmium, Copper, and Electroless Nickel plating processes
• Prepare parts via cleaning, surface prep, and precision masking
• Design and build anodes, racks, fixtures, and tooling for complex geometries
• Conduct ID (inner diameter) and OD (outer diameter) plating
• Set up and operate plating tanks, rectifiers, and process equipment
• Monitor and control plating parameters (temperature, current density, time, chemistry)
• Apply advanced masking techniques to protect critical aerospace surfaces
• Perform assembly, fixturing, and post-process teardown
• Complete travelers, work orders, and process documentation accurately
• Maintain clean, organized, and compliant work areas (5S / safety standards)
• Collaborate with Quality, Engineering, and Production teams to meet strict aerospace requirements

Qualifications

Required Qualifications (Plating / Aerospace Manufacturing)

• Experience in electroplating, metal finishing, or surface treatment
• Hands-on expertise with masking, fixturing, and tooling fabrication
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and specs
• Strong understanding of process control, tolerances, and quality standards
• Experience in aerospace, defense, or precision manufacturing environments preferred
• Familiarity with NADCAP, FAA, or AS9100 standards is a plus
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, production-driven environment
• Strong team collaboration and communication skills

Additional Information

EEO Statement

Our client is an equal employment opportunity (EEO) employer to all persons regardless of age, color national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. In addition, we will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.