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Aerospace Plating Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Plating Operator (3rd Shift)

Pontiac, MI ยท On-site

$18 - $21.25/hr

We are a company of creators who deliver pioneering ideas and technologies that lead the aerospace ... Williams International has an exciting opportunity for a Plating Operator to join our team. The ...

... aerospace, and medical markets. We help the world's most in-demand technologies come to life. Every ... Vishay Thin Film is currently seeking applicants for a 2nd shift Plating Operator. Job Location:

Processing Technician 2 (Plating)

Waco, TX

$16.50 - $22.75/hr

Howmet Fastening Systems is looking for a Processing Technician to operate all equipment to perform heat treating, plating, wastewater treatment, or waste oil treatment processes. Perform quality ...

Plating Operator (Swing)

San Jose, CA ยท On-site

$41K - $45K/yr

... aerospace, industrial and semiconductor systems, medical, multimedia, computing and storage ... Candidate will be responsible for operating plating lines for precious metals for PWB production ...

Plating Line Operator

Pittsburgh, PA ยท On-site

$16.25 - $20/hr

Our high-performance solutions serve the semiconductor, AI data center, and aerospace industries ... Job Summary As a Plating Line Operator, you will be responsible for the day-to-day execution of our ...

Processing Tech 3 (Plating)

Waco, TX

$16.50 - $22.75/hr

Howmet Fastening Systems is looking for Processing Technicians to operate all equipment to perform heat treating, plating, wastewater treatment, or waste oil treatment processes. Perform quality ...

Plating Team Lead

Rolling Meadows, IL ยท On-site

$20.50 - $25.50/hr

Minimum 2 years of hands-on plating experience in a manufacturing or aerospace environment. * Experience with NADCAP standards and compliance is required. Strong understanding of plating techniques ...

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How much do aerospace plating jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for aerospace plating in the United States is $19.56, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.55 and $20.67 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an Aerospace Plating job?

An Aerospace Plating job involves applying protective metal coatings to aircraft and aerospace components to enhance durability, corrosion resistance, and performance. Workers in this role use electroplating, anodizing, and other surface treatment processes to meet strict industry standards. They follow precision guidelines, operate specialized equipment, and ensure coatings adhere correctly. This job requires attention to detail, knowledge of plating techniques, and compliance with safety and quality regulations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Aerospace Plating position, and why are they important?

To thrive in Aerospace Plating, you need strong attention to detail, manual dexterity, and a solid understanding of metal finishing techniques, often supported by a high school diploma or technical certification. Familiarity with plating tanks, measurement tools, chemical handling procedures, and industry certifications such as NADCAP is highly valued. Excellent problem-solving, teamwork, and task management skills help you work efficiently and communicate clearly in a production environment. These abilities ensure that aerospace components meet strict safety, quality, and regulatory standards critical to the industry.

What are some typical challenges faced in an Aerospace Plating role?

Aerospace Plating professionals often work with complex parts and tight specifications, requiring exacting attention to process details and quality standards. You may face challenges such as maintaining consistency across batch runs, handling hazardous chemicals safely, and troubleshooting plating defects on critical components. The work is largely team-oriented, involving collaboration with quality inspectors, engineers, and production staff to ensure parts meet stringent industry and customer requirements. Developing strong technical knowledge and problem-solving skills helps overcome these challenges and succeed in a high-stakes environment.

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$20 - $26/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 25 days ago


Job description

Plating Operator

Full Time + Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k with Company Match, PTO)

Job Type: On-site

Shift: 2nd/Swing

Hourly Range: $20.00 - $26.00, DOE

Shift Differential: 10%

Location: Milpitas, CA

Fralock is an engineered solutions provider of specialty components and subassemblies using advanced materials for high reliability, severe environment, and technically challenging applications. We develop and manufacture custom integrated solutions. Established in 1967, we are a critical solutions provider to Fortune 500 corporations, government, and targeted OEMs in a variety of industries including Semiconductor Equipment Manufacturing, Medical and Life Science, Aerospace and Defense, Industrial, Electronics, and Energy. Fralock is headquartered in Valencia, CA with manufacturing locations located throughout Northern and Southern California.

VISION

To be recognized by our customers as a leading solutions provider of proprietary engineered advanced materials for high reliability, severe environment, and technically challenging applications.

MISSION

To create value, profitably grow, and share our success with all stakeholders.

CULTURE

  • Respect โ€“ We treat others the way they want to be treated.
  • Integrity โ€“ We practice a high standard of ethics in our business dealings with customers, suppliers, and employees.
  • Responsiveness โ€“ We have a sense of urgency in responding to internal and external requests and work proactively to solve problems.
  • Excellence/Competence โ€“ We empower our people to continuously improve and execute high quality work.
  • Teamwork โ€“ We work together to achieve Fralock business objectives by communicating at a high level, by listening and having clarity in our expectations of one another.
  • Individual Accountability and Personal Responsibility โ€“ We do what we have committed to do when we committed to doing it.
  • Continuous Improvement across all segments of the company

This position requires access to information controlled under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR), the successful candidate must be a "U.S. person" as defined in the ITAR and EAR (which generally means (i) be a citizen or national of the United States; or (ii) be a lawful permanent resident of the United States; or (iii) have been admitted to the United States as a refugee, or have been granted asylum, as specified under applicable law.

Job Summary

The responsibility of the Plating Operator shall be to perform all aspects of utilization of the following PCB Plating equipment and processes:

Electroless Copper, Electrolytic Copper, Electrolytic Tin, Etching, Resist Stripping, Electrolytic Gold, Electroless Ni/Au (ENIG), Co-bra Bond, Hot Air Levelling Solder (HALS).

Key Responsibilities

  • Review product flow and ensure all products are aligned with specifications
  • Maintain/clean equipment
  • Perform preventive maintenance (PM) as needed
  • Be able to operate and maintain the various pieces of equipment within the department
  • Measure out the proper quantities and make chemical adds to baths or sumps
  • Manually setup and transfer solution between tanks, totes or barrels
  • Candidate would be required to work on, in, and around open sumps, plating tanks or mechanical hoists
  • Assist lower-level employees in basic set-up and operations, provide relief support on equipment and processes
  • Thorough use of a computer interface.
  • Able to enter operating parameters, job information and view various screens to decipher proper operating settings
  • Follow company policies and procedures.

Required Skills

Competent in reading, speaking, writing, and understanding of the English language.

Experience Requirements

3 โ€“ 5 years of experience in PCB manufacturing environment

Education Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent

Physical Requirements

  • Able to lift and carry a minimum of 50 lbs.
  • Able to manipulate hand cart in moving 55-gallon drums.
  • Must be able to stand/walk for a long period of time.
  • Must have the ability to wear proper PPE.
  • Per OSHAโ€™s Respiratory Protection Standard, 29 CFR 1910.34, employees in positions requiring respirators are required to meet facial hair standards.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of a position.

Applicants must pass a post offer background check.

Fralock provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.