Places or fastens metal objects to be plated to hooks, racks or containers and performs various plating applications. Insure proper fill level of all process solutions. Checks solution temperatures and adjusts as necessary. Clean all connections and contact points to insure proper electrical conductivity. Removes plated objects from solutions as periodic intervals to insure conformance to specifications.
Collects and labels samples of plating solutions for laboratory analysis. Monitor certification programs and print necessary certifications for all plated parts. Acquire lab certification on parts that meet specifications and take necessary steps to correct parts that are out of specification. Inspect components at end of processes to determine thickness of metal deposits.
Decants and recharges solution tanks using pumping equipment. Cleans scrubber systems on a scheduled basis to include use of hot water, disassemble of scrubbers, visual inspections, etc; and, must be conscious of scrubber system serviceability. Maintains plating process tanks and equipment as required, including cleaning and contacts serviceability of leads and connections, evaluations of tank plumbing, electrical, etc.
Safety and good housekeeping policies and procedures must be followed. Follow PPE requirements and controls, including guidelines for personal hygiene, to help eliminate the spread of cross-contamination throughout the facility. Must be constantly aware of hazards associated with assigned chemical and plating processes; including chromic acid fumes.
