This is an exciting new role for an experienced plating professional looking for the next step in their career. The successful applicant will be working for a successful local component manufacturer. Their in-house plating/finishing cell is a bespoke and self-contained unit covering various metal treatments, such as zinc plating and anodising etc. They will work closely with internal Technical and Production teams and liaise with a third party chemical supplier. It will be their responsibility to grow and develop this area into a professional treatments facility, supporting existing and new in-house manufacturing requirements.

A dynamic self-starter is required who can bring their experience and expertise to a role that will be shaped by them and certainly develop over time. This will cover:

• Organising and managing workflow so as to optimise throughput
• Loading and unloading jigs in to chemical solutions
• Operating machinery and hoists
• Dipping and brushing
• Handling of acidic, alkaline and plating chemical solutions
• Surface preparation and masking
• Ensuring compliance with health & safety regulations, environmental and company policies
• Maintaining a safe and tidy work environment
• Ensuring preventative maintenance schedules are strictly carried out
• Chemical testing, maintenance, storage and replenishment
• Process monitoring, part inspection and adjustment
• Perform other duties as required

You will need:

• Experience to include , Hard Anodise, and Zinc Plating
• Reliable and responsible
• Highly organised
• Excellent communications skills both written and verbal
• Adaptability and flexibility

Beneficial:

• Experience with chemical solution testing
• Supervisory experience
• Electroless nickel plating

Hours:
Mon-Fri 9-5pm

Benefits:
Free parking. Uniform provided. Company pension scheme.

Holiday:
1.66 days holiday per complete calendar month worked for the first year (maximum 20 days per 1st full year), rising 1 day per year to a max 25 days after 5 years of continuous service. Birthday day off (subject to conditions).

Skills Required:
Plating experience, ideally with hard anodising and zinc plating.

Relevant Experience: Minimum 3 years similar experience required.

Existing Qualifications (Edu/Certs/Driving): GCSE or equivalent.

Start Date: Immediate