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Plating Line Operator Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Responsible for start- To start up, maintain and shutdown plating line to full operation, using Standard Operating Procedures, optimizing plating efficiencies and quality of blanks. Job Duties ...

Plating Operator (3rd Shift)

Pontiac, MI ยท On-site

$18 - $21.25/hr

The Operator will work within a team environment and be responsible for the operation of miscellaneous processes supporting the plating line. This position is for 3rd shift (10:00pm - 6:30am). Duties ...

Plating Operator (3rd Shift)

Pontiac, MI ยท On-site

$18 - $21.25/hr

The Operator will work within a team environment and be responsible for the operation of miscellaneous processes supporting the plating line. This position is for 3rd shift (10:00pm - 6:30am). Duties ...

Plating Operator (2nd Shift)

Pontiac, MI ยท On-site

$18 - $21.25/hr

The Operator will work within a team environment and be responsible for the operation of miscellaneous processes supporting the plating line. This position is for 2nd shift (2:00pm - 10:30pm). Duties ...

Plating Operator (2nd Shift)

Pontiac, MI ยท On-site

$18 - $21.25/hr

The Operator will work within a team environment and be responsible for the operation of miscellaneous processes supporting the plating line. This position is for 2nd shift (2:00pm - 10:30pm). Duties ...

Plating Operator (3rd Shift)

Pontiac, MI ยท On-site

$18 - $21.25/hr

The Operator will work within a team environment and be responsible for the operation of miscellaneous processes supporting the plating line. This position is for 3rd shift (10:00pm - 6:30am). Duties ...

Second Shift Plating Processor

Springfield, MO

$15.50 - $18.25/hr

General understanding of plating line operations and material handling. * Familiarity with basic chemistry concepts related to metal finishing. * Knowledge of equipment safety and maintenance ...

Second Shift Plating Processor

Springfield, MO

$15.50 - $18.25/hr

General understanding of plating line operations and material handling. * Familiarity with basic chemistry concepts related to metal finishing. * Knowledge of equipment safety and maintenance ...

General understanding of plating line operations and material handling. * Familiarity with basic ... operated by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. Any candidate that needs an ...

Second Shift Plating Processor

Springfield, MO ยท On-site

$16.50 - $19.50/hr

General understanding of plating line operations and material handling. * Familiarity with basic ... operated by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. Any candidate that needs an ...

Automated Plating Utility

North East, PA ยท On-site

$17 - $23.50/hr

Operate an automated plating line. The production of loading and unloading of plating racks ... Responsible for daily checks to verify system is operating to standard and to inform Lab Technician ...

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How much do plating line operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for plating line operator in the United States is $18.12, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.11 and $19.71 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Plating Line Operator, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Plating Line Operator, you need a solid understanding of manufacturing processes, chemical handling, and basic mechanical skills, often supported by a high school diploma or vocational training. Familiarity with plating equipment, safety protocols, and quality control systems is typically required. Attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and effective teamwork are crucial soft skills in this role. These skills and qualifications ensure safe, efficient production and maintain product quality standards in a manufacturing environment.

What are some common challenges faced by Plating Line Operators, and how can they be managed on the job?

Plating Line Operators often encounter challenges such as maintaining consistent coating quality, handling hazardous chemicals safely, and troubleshooting equipment malfunctions. To manage these, operators must closely follow safety protocols, conduct regular equipment inspections, and stay updated on process guidelines. Effective communication with team members and supervisors also helps to quickly address any issues that arise, ensuring smooth operation and minimal downtime.

What is the difference between Plating Line Operator vs Electroplating Technician?

AspectPlating Line OperatorElectroplating Technician
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; on-the-job trainingHigh school diploma; specialized training or certification often preferred
Work EnvironmentManufacturing or industrial plant, working on production linesElectroplating facilities, often in manufacturing or repair shops
Job DutiesOperate plating equipment, monitor processes, ensure qualitySet up electroplating baths, troubleshoot issues, maintain equipment

While both roles involve working with electroplating processes, the Plating Line Operator primarily focuses on operating and monitoring production line equipment, whereas the Electroplating Technician handles setup, troubleshooting, and maintenance of electroplating systems. The roles often overlap in industry and environment but differ in technical responsibilities.

What are Plating Line Operators?

Plating Line Operators are skilled workers responsible for setting up, operating, and monitoring machines that coat or plate metal or plastic products with materials such as zinc, nickel, or chromium. Their main duties include preparing surfaces, controlling plating solutions, inspecting finished products, and maintaining equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation. Plating Line Operators play a crucial role in manufacturing industries by improving product durability, corrosion resistance, and appearance through the plating process.
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Artazn - Plating Machine Operator

Artazn - Plating Machine Operator

JADEX

Greeneville, TN โ€ข On-site

$20/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

This job post hasย expired 1 day ago.ย Applications are no longer accepted.


Job description

ARTAZN LLC, a Jadex Inc. company, is a US-based manufacturer of zinc strip and applied zinc products. Headquartered in Greeneville, Tennessee, we are the largest North American producer of solid zinc strip and zinc-based products, and one of the largest in the world.

For over a century, ARTAZNTM's craftsmen and visionaries have fueled innovative solutions and a manufacturing process centered around maximizing the transformative properties of zinc. ARTAZNTM is one of the leading coin blank manufacturers, with 300 billion coins released into circulation, and also supplies for customers in the automotive, architectural, building, cathodic protection and specialty industries. ARTAZNTM is committed to: always being customer first; responding to client needs with innovative, high-quality solutions that are efficient and reliable; creating value through performance.

Artazn - Plating Machine Operator Artazn has secured new business opportunities and is excited to offer direct hiring opportunities for production operators. We provide competitive compensation starting at $20+/hour and a full line of benefits, including medical, dental, vision and life insurance upon hire, 401k with match and immediate 100% vesting, holidays, personal days, and vacation in the year of hire. To qualify, you must certify to operate a forklift, be willing to work 8 or 12-hour shifts, evenings, nights, weekends, and overtime as needed.

Job Purpose/Scope: Responsible for start- To start up, maintain and shutdown plating line to full operation, using Standard Operating Procedures, optimizing plating efficiencies and quality of blanks. Job Duties/Responsibilities: Essential Functions 1. Must monitor and maintain the plating line and process, including but not limited to solution levels, temperatures, voltage, amperage, feed pumps, pressure gauges, agitation and pumps, metering flow and other process controls.

2. Must ascertain that all mechanical and electrical functions are operating correctly (i.e., worm gears, shoe alignment, cathode rails). 3.

Make chemical additions; make-up chemical process tanks including cleaners, pre-dips, and plating solutions as per ISO work instructions and lab recommendations. 4. Perform specific maintenance functions including but not limited to changing, emptying, and refilling anode baskets as required; cleaning plating line tanks and exhaust ducts; transferring solutions; changing anode cables and baskets; cleaning washer nozzles; and handling waste.

5. Make up KCN mix and brightener day feed tanks. 6.

Relieve plater helper position for breaks and lunch as needed. 7. Make up Pennwalt and maintain feed rate as per ISO work instructions.

8. Must set up special coinage production runs (i.e., uncirculated, proofs, Singapore's) 9. Must maintain a safe and clean work area.

10. Changes and maintains filters as per ISO work instructions. 11.

Segregates waste materials for proper waste treatment. 12. Performs hydrogen peroxide and carbon treatments of plating solutions as required.

13. Incorporates problem solving techniques regarding problems and improvements in plating quality, operating efficiencies, process control, etc. and communicates these ideas to supervision.

14. Poses no direct threat to the health or safety of himself/herself, of others, or to property. Defined as a significant risk of substantial harm that cannot be eliminated or reduced to an acceptable level by reasonable accommodation.

15. Requires regular attendance to perform essential elements as contained herein between the assigned start and end times for work. 16.

Performs such individual assignments as management may direct. 17. Establishes and maintains effective work relationships within the department, the Corporation, and the community; and maintains the professional competence, knowledge, and skill necessary for the satisfactory performance of all assigned responsibilities.

18. Primary Emergency Responder The employee will be responsible for completing all emergency response tasks as directed by either the Department Supervision or the Emergency Coordinator. These tasks include, but are not limited to, assessing, stopping, and repairing minor chlorine leaks.

All first responder actions to be taken will be within the scope of training received by the employee. The employee will be successfully fit tested in the use of company supplied respiratory protection equipment unless medically disqualified by the company physician. This equipment will consist of air purifying respirators and Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) equipment.

The requirement to wear respiratory protective equipment during an emergency response situation requires that the employee be, always, free of any facial hair that would interfere with the fit of the equipment being used. 19. Starts, operates, and shuts down Inside & Outside Waste Treatment, including emergency shutdowns 20.

Identify chemicals used in waste treatment process, re-stock as required 21. Does daily checks on the waste treatment process 22. Cleans sand beds, clarifies, and presses as needed 23.

Performs all other duties as assigned Secondary Functions Knowledge/Experience/Skills: โ€ข Knowledge High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and one-year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. โ€ข Experience One-year industrial experience preferably in a heavy manufacturing environment. โ€ข Skills Must be able, within the probationary period, to fulfill the responsibilities for starting up, maintaining, and shutting down the plating line as per assigned work Instructions.

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to other employees of the organization.

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs is preferred. Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.

Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. Skills to drive forklift as required. Ability to use standard repair tools including but not limited to hammers, wrenches, sockets, nippers, tin snips, drills, and disc grinders.

Ability to properly use a calibrated caliper and micrometer. Jadex Inc and its Businesses do not discriminate in employment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.