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Amphenol

Plating Engineer

Springfield, MO · On-site

$70K - $85K/yr

Uphold Positronic's standards of integrity, quality, and operational excellence. * Identify hazards ... THIS IS NOT AN EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT, IMPLIED OR OTHERWISE. THE EMPLOYMENT RELATIONSHIP REMAINS "AT ...

Amphenol

Manufacturing Engineer

Springfield, MO

$66K - $85K/yr

Uphold Positronic's standards of integrity, quality, and operational excellence. * Identify hazards ... THIS IS NOT AN EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT, IMPLIED OR OTHERWISE. THE EMPLOYMENT RELATIONSHIP REMAINS "AT ...

Amphenol

Manufacturing Engineer

Springfield, MO

$61K - $79K/yr

Uphold Positronic's standards of integrity, quality, and operational excellence. * Identify hazards ... THIS IS NOT AN EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT, IMPLIED OR OTHERWISE. THE EMPLOYMENT RELATIONSHIP REMAINS "AT ...

Amphenol

Manufacturing Engineer

Springfield, MO · On-site

$45K - $85K/yr

Uphold Positronic's standards of integrity, quality, and operational excellence. * Identify hazards ... THIS IS NOT AN EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT, IMPLIED OR OTHERWISE. THE EMPLOYMENT RELATIONSHIP REMAINS "AT ...

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As of Jun 20, 2026, the average hourly pay for contract developer operations in Springfield, MO is $48.55, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $43.75 and $57.93 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Contract Developer Operations vs Contract Software Developer?

AspectContract Developer OperationsContract Software Developer
Primary FocusManaging deployment, automation, and infrastructure for software systemsWriting, testing, and maintaining application code
Skills & CertificationsDevOps tools, cloud platforms, scripting, CI/CD pipelinesProgramming languages, software development frameworks, version control
Work EnvironmentCollaborates with development and IT teams, often in cloud or enterprise settingsWorks primarily on coding and application development tasks
Industry UsageCommon in tech, SaaS, and enterprise IT sectorsWidespread across software, web, and app development industries

Contract Developer Operations professionals focus on deployment, automation, and infrastructure management, ensuring software systems run smoothly. In contrast, Contract Software Developers primarily concentrate on coding and developing applications. Both roles often collaborate but serve different aspects of the software lifecycle.

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Plating Engineer

Amphenol

Springfield, MO • On-site

$70K - $85K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement

Posted 15 days ago

Job description

Applicants may request an accommodation to complete the application process by calling 417-866-2322, or by emailing hr@connectpositronic.com.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
You can review a downloadable copy of our Protected Veterans and Individuals With a Disability below.
Founded in 1966, Positronic is a progressive, global company that builds premium power and signal connectors for several industries, including medical, aerospace and military. We are located across three continents, and are looking for highly motivated, passionate people to join our team! We offer an excellent benefit package, highlighted by low-cost health insurance, quarterly bonus program and a 4% employee-match 401k retirement plan. Discover more at https://www.connectpositronic.com/en/
Summary
The Plating Engineer will be responsible for the development, optimization, and maintenance of electroplating processes, ensuring high-quality surface finishes on a variety of metal components. This role requires a strong foundation in chemical engineering, materials science, or a related field, as well as hands-on experience with electroplating techniques, process troubleshooting, and laboratory procedures.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • Design, develop, and improve electroplating processes for various metals (e.g., nickel, gold, silver, chrome, zinc, copper).
  • Optimized electroless plating processes to improve coating uniformity, reduce chemical consumption, and enhance overall process efficiency and product quality.
  • Monitor and maintain bath chemistry to ensure optimal plating conditions and consistent product quality.
  • Conduct root cause analysis and resolve plating defects such as blistering, poor adhesion, thickness, roughness, or discoloration.
  • Perform routine analytical testing (pH, conductivity, metal concentration, etc.) and adjust chemical compositions accordingly.
  • Develop and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs) and plating process documentation.
  • Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations related to chemical handling and waste disposal.
  • Collaborate with R&D, quality control, and production teams to support new product introductions and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Specify and help maintain plating equipment, rectifiers, tanks, filters, and agitation systems.
  • Stay updated on industry best practices, new technologies, and emerging surface treatment techniques.
  • Uphold Positronic's standards of integrity, quality, and operational excellence.
  • Identify hazards in the workplace and report them to management and/or the safety coordinator.
  • Collaborate with the EHS department to meet local, state, and federal regulatory requirements, including OSHA, NFPA, DNR, EPA, and Amphenol sustainability practices.
  • Work with the Quality department to ensure compliance with AS9100 certification standards.
  • Comply with all company policies and procedures.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements
Education and Experience
  • Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science Engineering, or related STEM field.
  • 1 to 2 years of related experience OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Physical
  • Long periods of sitting with occasional standing and walking.
  • May require bending, kneeling, reaching, pushing, and pulling.
  • Occasional lifting up to 20 lbs; rarely up to 50 lbs.
  • Frequent computer use and repetitive motion.
  • PPE includes safety glasses and gloves when handling chemicals.

Working Conditions
Work is performed in a chemical lab environment with frequent exposure to fumes. Involves small parts handling under magnification. Proper PPE is required.
Competencies
Knowledge
  • Expertise in electroplating chemistry, process engineering, and quality systems.
  • Working knowledge of AS9100 standards, SPC tools, and root cause analysis.
  • Understanding of manufacturing scheduling and cost control.
  • Knowledge of regulatory compliance in industrial chemical operations.

Skills
  • Leadership and team development abilities.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills.
  • Skilled in data-driven process evaluation and training implementation.
  • Effective communicator across technical and non-technical teams.

Abilities
  • Leadership and adaptability in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong reasoning skills and attention to process variability.
  • Visual and oral communication clarity for training and coaching.
  • Time-sharing ability for overseeing multiple plating and lab operations.

POSITRONIC RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MODIFY, INTERPRET, OR APPLY THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IN ANY WAY THE COMPANY DESIRES. THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IN NO WAY IMPLIES THAT THESE ARE THE ONLY DUTIES, INCLUDING ESSENTIAL DUTIES, TO BE PERFORMED BY THE EMPLOYEE OCCUPYING THIS POSITION. THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IS NOT AN EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT, IMPLIED OR OTHERWISE. THE EMPLOYMENT RELATIONSHIP REMAINS "AT-WILL." THE AFOREMENTIONED JOB REQUIREMENTS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE TO REASONABLY ACCOMMODATE QUALIFIED DISABLED INDIVIDUALS.
Due to the nature of our business, the candidate must be able to legally work in the United States; we are unable to provide sponsorship. Position requires candidate to be a U.S. person as defined in ITAR, 22 CFR 120.15 (U.S. Citizenship or Resident Alien Status) and defined by 8 U.S.C. 1101(a) (20).
Positronic Industries participates in the United States Department of Homeland Security E-Verify program. The E-Verify program is a web-based employment eligibility verification system for newly hired employees operated by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
Any candidate that needs an accommodation or assistance with the application process should contact HR at hr@connectpositronic.comor at 417-866-2322.

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