Plater

Job Title: Plater / Production Operator

Job Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and dependable Plater / Production Operator to join a busy metal finishing production team. In this role, you process metal components through a variety of plating and finishing operations, including zinc, electroless nickel, chrome, copper, and other treatments. You follow established procedures, work instructions, and quality standards to ensure parts are processed accurately and safely. Prior plating experience is not required; a strong manufacturing or general production experience and a willingness to learn are highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Process metal parts through multiple plating and finishing stages in accordance with detailed work instructions and production procedures.
• Move components through a series of chemical baths and treatment processes while maintaining correct timing and sequence.
• Follow established quality standards and step-by-step procedures to ensure consistent and accurate plating results.
• Identify, document, and communicate production issues, quality concerns, or process deviations to leads and supervisors promptly.
• Maintain accurate workflow by tracking jobs and ensuring parts are processed in the correct order and through the proper sequence of operations.
• Safely handle materials, equipment, and chemicals in accordance with company guidelines and chemical safety practices.
• Assist with loading, unloading, and staging parts throughout the plating process, including preparing racks, baskets, or fixtures as needed.
• Perform general production and machine operator tasks related to plating, electroplating, and other chemical processes as assigned.
• Support general labor tasks in the production area, including cleaning equipment and workstations per instructions.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area, following housekeeping standards and cleaning procedures.
• Collaborate closely with leads and team members to coordinate workflow, share information, and meet production goals.
• Multitask effectively by managing multiple jobs at various stages of production without compromising quality or safety.

Essential Skills

• Manufacturing, production, or general labor experience preferred, with the ability to work in a fast-paced industrial environment.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to follow step-by-step procedures and work instructions accurately.
• Good memory and ability to learn and retain multiple process flows for different materials and product types.
• Ability to multitask and manage multiple jobs at various stages of production while maintaining quality standards.
• Strong communication skills and willingness to work closely with leads and team members.
• Positive attitude, growth mindset, and openness to learning new plating and chemical processes.
• Ability to lift 50+ pounds safely and repeatedly as part of daily production activities.
• Ability to clean equipment and work areas per written and verbal instructions.
• Comfort working around chemicals and metal plating processes, with an understanding of basic chemical safety practices.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with chemical plating, electroplating, or metal finishing processes is a plus but not required.
• Experience as a machine operator or in general production environments is beneficial.
• Familiarity with chemical processes, chemical safety, and handling industrial materials is an advantage.
• Ability to work year-round in a stable production role.
• Comfort with general production tasks such as staging, loading, unloading, and basic equipment operation.

Why Work Here?

You join a stable, year-round production environment with a large, established team and a strong sense of camaraderie. The workplace offers opportunities to learn specialized plating and chemical processes, develop new technical skills, and grow within a busy industrial operation. You work alongside a supportive group of people who value teamwork, reliability, and continuous learning, providing a solid foundation for long-term career development in manufacturing.

Work Environment

The role is based in a metal plating operation with over 100 employees across multiple plants, providing a large-scale industrial setting. The environment is very dirty, with exposure to various smells and odors associated with metal finishing and chemical processes, so you must be comfortable working in such conditions. For safety reasons, you must not have allergies to nickel due to regular exposure to nickel plating processes. Work involves handling chemicals, metal parts, and production equipment in a busy shop setting, with an emphasis on chemical safety and proper material handling. Attire typically includes appropriate industrial work clothing and any required personal protective equipment suitable for a chemical and metal plating environment.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Portland, OR.

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $25.65/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Portland, OR.

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 11, 2026.

This is a fully onsite position in Portland,OR.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.