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Entry Level Plating Operator Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Plater Pay Range $24-26

Osceola, AR · On-site

$24 - $26/hr

... operating overhead crane to submerge part into plating tank. * Unmask parts after removal from plating tank. * Perform housekeeping in area of responsibility (AOR) * Provide directions to entry level ...

Essential Responsibilities and Specific Duties The Blend Team Member is an entry level position in ... Plating * Effects of blend time Packaging * Gross/Net, and tare weights * Understand customer ...

... plating, coating, packaging, and distributing. Employees at MNP work together in teams yet work ... The Header and/or Roller Trainee is an entry-level position for candidates who is inclined to learn ...

Machine Operator Trainee

Utica, MI · On-site

$15.50 - $18.50/hr

... plating, coating, packaging, and distributing. Employees at MNP work together in teams yet work ... The Header and/or Roller Trainee is an entry-level position for candidates who is inclined to learn ...

... plating, coating, packaging, and distributing. Employees at MNP work together in teams yet work ... The Header and/or Roller Trainee is an entry-level position for candidates who is inclined to learn ...

Machine Operator Trainee

Madison Heights, MI

$15.75 - $18.75/hr

... plating, coating, packaging, and distributing. Employees at MNP work together in teams yet work ... The Header and/or Roller Trainee is an entry-level position for candidates who is inclined to learn ...

... entry level position in the Powder Blend Division. The purpose of the position is to train and ... Plating * Effects of blend time Packaging * Gross/Net, and tare weights * Understand customer ...

... entry level position in the Powder Blend Division. The purpose of the position is to train and ... Plating * Effects of blend time Packaging * Gross/Net, and tare weights * Understand customer ...

... entry level position in the Powder Blend Division. The purpose of the position is to train and ... Plating * Effects of blend time Packaging * Gross/Net, and tare weights * Understand customer ...

... plating, coating, packaging, and distributing. Employees at MNP work together in teams yet work ... The Header and/or Roller Trainee is an entry-level position for candidates who is inclined to learn ...

... entry level position in the Powder Blend Division. The purpose of the position is to train and ... Plating * Effects of blend time Packaging * Gross/Net, and tare weights * Understand customer ...

... plating, coating, packaging, and distributing. Employees at MNP work together in teams yet work ... The Header and/or Roller Trainee is an entry-level position for candidates who is inclined to learn ...

... plating, coating, packaging, and distributing. Employees at MNP work together in teams yet work ... The Header and/or Roller Trainee is an entry-level position for candidates who is inclined to learn ...

... plating, coating, packaging, and distributing. Employees at MNP work together in teams yet work ... The Header and/or Roller Trainee is an entry-level position for candidates who is inclined to learn ...

Cleaning, etching, plating and patterning substrates in both manual and semi-automated ... Prior experience working for an ISO 9000 certified company. * Entry-level position with training ...

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As of Sep 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for entry level plating operator in the United States is $17.46, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.62 and $18.99 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Plater Pay Range $24-26

SMS group Inc

Osceola, AR • On-site

$24 - $26/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 27 days ago


Job description

 

Summary

A Plating Technician responsible for dismantling, prepping, plating, and reassembling equipment associated with broad face and narrow face coppers. A Plating Technician will work on other equipment throughout the shop as needed. 

Who we are

At SMS group, our people are our greatest asset. We offer an entrepreneurial environment that promotes culture of innovation, growth, and inclusion. We offer company events, activities, and opportunities to participate in charitable initiatives that benefit the communities where we are located.

The right candidate will

  • Report and/or correct all unsafe conditions immediately 
  • Perform all necessary tasks associated with electroplating operations including but not limited to the following: scheduled and unscheduled maintenance of plating solution, tanks, pumps, filters and other equipment associated with the process. Performance of work is under direct supervision. 
  • Preparation of parts: hand finishing, masking and installation of hangers and contacts. 
  • Pre-treatment of parts: removal of grease, oil, and residues utilizing chemical or cleaning solutions. 
  • Plating parts: operating overhead crane to submerge part into plating tank. 
  • Unmask parts after removal from plating tank. 
  • Perform housekeeping in area of responsibility (AOR) 
  • Provide directions to entry level employees 
  • Verify correct plating thickness per specification. 
  • May drive a fork truck and/or crane, once certified. 
  • May perform heat test on all parts to insure adhesion. 
  • Travel to other locations may be required. 
  • All other duties assigned at Management’s direction. 

What we offer

  • Competitive compensation
  • Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
  • Paid Vacation
  • Paid holiday time
  • 401k with company match
  • Tuition reimbursement program

What we do

SMS group is an industrial equipment manufacturer for the steel industry. We design, build, and service equipment and steel plants across the globe with a strong technical services/machine shop network in North America.

SMS group Inc, is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, gender identity or other categories protected by law. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a drug screen and physical capacity profile test.






This shift could be 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday with occasional weekends.