Plating Technician

Role Description The Plating Technician is a full-time, on-site role based in San Diego, CA, responsible for performing precision plating processes on components used in high-technology products. Day-to-day activities include preparing parts for plating, mixing and maintaining chemical solutions within specified parameters, operating plating equipment, and monitoring process conditions to meet quality and safety standards. The technician inspects finished parts for adherence to specifications, documents process data, and communicates any issues to supervisors or engineering staff. This role also includes routine equipment cleaning, basic preventative maintenance, and strict adherence to environmental, health, and safety procedures in a manufacturing setting. Collaboration with production, quality, and engineering teams is essential to ensure consistent output and continuous improvement of plating processes. Qualifications Hands-on experience with plating, metal finishing, or similar manufacturing processes; ability to follow detailed work instructions and production schedules. Basic understanding of chemistry or chemical handling, including mixing solutions and tracking bath conditions in accordance with safety and quality requirements. Familiarity with manufacturing documentation practices, such as recording process parameters, completing production logs, and reporting nonconformances. Strong attention to detail, manual dexterity, and ability to stand for extended periods and lift moderate weights in a production environment. Commitment to workplace safety, including use of personal protective equipment and adherence to environmental and hazardous materials guidelines. Effective communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with operators, quality personnel, and engineers. Willingness to work assigned shifts, overtime, and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing facility. #J-18808-Ljbffr