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Plating Jobs in Texas (NOW HIRING)

Plating Tech I

Stockdale, TX ยท On-site

$17 - $23.50/hr

As a Plating Technician I, you'll run the tanks, rectifiers, and racks that put a precision chrome finish on cylinders serving more than 22,000 units worldwide. If you like hands-on work where the ...

Plating Technician (3rd Shift)

San Marcos, TX ยท On-site

$16.75 - $23/hr

Plating Technician Reports to: Coating Manager Location: San Marcos, Texas We have one goal: to manufacture quality magnets! We are looking for exceptional individuals who want to learn, build, and ...

Plating Operator (2nd Shift)

San Marcos, TX

$17.50 - $20.50/hr

Plating Technician Reports to: Coating Manager Location: San Marcos, Texas We have one goal: to manufacture quality magnets! We are looking for exceptional individuals who want to learn, build, and ...

Plating Operator (2nd Shift)

San Marcos, TX ยท On-site

$16.50 - $19.50/hr

Plating Technician Reports to: Coating Manager Location: San Marcos, Texas We have one goal: to manufacture quality magnets! We are looking for exceptional individuals who want to learn, build, and ...

Plating Operator (3rd Shift)

San Marcos, TX ยท On-site

$16.50 - $19.50/hr

Plating Operator (3rd Shift) Reports to: Coating Manager Location: San Marcos, Texas We have one goal: to manufacture quality magnets! We are looking for exceptional individuals who want to learn ...

Plating Operator (2nd Shift)

San Marcos, TX ยท On-site

$16.50 - $19.50/hr

Plating Operator (2nd Shift) Reports to: Coating Manager Location: San Marcos, Texas We have one goal: to manufacture quality magnets! We are looking for exceptional individuals who want to learn ...

Plating Operator (3rd Shift)

San Marcos, TX ยท On-site

$16.50 - $19.50/hr

Plating Operator (3rd Shift) Reports to: Coating Manager Location: San Marcos, Texas We have one goal: to manufacture quality magnets! We are looking for exceptional individuals who want to learn ...

Processing Technician (Plating Dept)

Waco, TX ยท On-site

$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 ...

Processing Technician (Plating Dept)

Waco, TX ยท On-site

$16.50 - $22.75/hr

Operate mechanical and electro-plating equipment, and other metal finishing processes, and be familiar with plating methods and metal finishing procedures. * Must be able to read charts and graphs ...

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Seeking a dependable Selective Brush Plating Technician to join a manufacturing team specializing in precision metal surface restoration and enhancement. This position involves applying localized ...

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Seeking a dependable Selective Brush Plating Technician to join a manufacturing team specializing in precision metal surface restoration and enhancement. This position involves applying localized ...

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How much do plating jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 2, 2026, the average hourly pay for plating in Texas is $21.95, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.59 and $22.84 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the typical daily responsibilities for someone working in a Plating position?

As a Plating professional, your daily tasks usually include preparing metal parts for plating, operating and monitoring plating tanks, maintaining proper chemical concentrations, and inspecting finished products for quality. You may also be responsible for cleaning and maintaining equipment, recording process data, and adhering to strict safety protocols. Collaboration with quality control teams and production supervisors is common to ensure that final products meet industry standards. This role often requires standing for extended periods and wearing appropriate protective gear, making attention to safety and consistency essential parts of your daily routine.

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

To thrive in a Plating role, you need strong attention to detail, manual dexterity, and a basic understanding of chemistry or metalworking, typically supported by a high school diploma or technical training. Familiarity with plating equipment, safety protocols, and quality inspection tools such as micrometers or thickness gauges is often required. Reliability, problem-solving skills, and the ability to follow precise instructions help individuals excel in this position. These skills are critical to maintaining high-quality production standards and ensuring a safe, efficient work environment.

What is a Plating job?

A Plating job involves applying a thin layer of metal onto a surface to enhance durability, conductivity, or appearance. Workers in this role operate plating equipment, prepare materials, and ensure proper coating thickness. They follow safety guidelines and quality standards to achieve the desired finish. Plating is commonly used in industries such as manufacturing, aerospace, and electronics.

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Infographic showing various Plating job openings in Texas as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 74% Full Time, 24% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution, with an average salary of $45,663 per year, or $22 per hour.

$17 - $23.50/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

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Job description

Join a Legend in the Making
Since 1833, Cooper Machinery Services has built the engines and compressors that keep the energy industry running. Behind every Cooper-Bessemerโ„ข, Ajaxโ„ข, and Superiorโ„ข cylinder that leaves our Houston shop is a plating team that gets the finish exactly right - because in this business, close enough isn't good enough.
As a Plating Technician I, you'll run the tanks, rectifiers, and racks that put a precision chrome finish on cylinders serving more than 22,000 units worldwide. If you like hands-on work where the details matter and the results are visible in every part you touch, this is your shop floor.
What You Will Do
  • Prepare and plate scheduled cylinders - cleaned, vapor-honed, and defect-free - ready for plating or stripping.
  • Follow ICP Standard Operating Procedures for every plating process, including correct use of rectifiers, racks, anodes, and robber rings.
  • Match racks, anodes, and cylinders to ICP guidelines to ensure proper plating or stripping every time.
  • Record plating data - time, rate, amperage - and complete work tickets accurately.
  • Read meters and temperature gauges, making adjustments on the fly to keep processes on spec.
  • Coordinate with the VaporHone team to communicate plating needs and keep scheduled cylinders moving.
  • Spot capacity constraints or bottlenecks and adjust workload to keep production flowing.
  • Load and maintain tanks at optimal capacity for smooth, continuous production.
  • Add chromic flake based on lab analysis and monitor tank solution levels, adjusting as needed.

Who You Are
  • High school diploma with 0-1 years of related work experience - we'll train the right person.
  • Basic understanding of electrical, hydraulic, and other mechanical systems.
  • Hands-on maintenance or technician experience.
  • Comfortable operating forklifts, cranes, scissor lifts, and small hand tools.
  • Strong grasp of general maintenance processes and methods.
  • Excellent manual dexterity and a problem-solver's instinct.
  • Clear communicator who can flag repair issues to the right people.
  • Physically able to lift 50 pounds and stay on your feet for extended periods.

Preferred
  • Prior experience in electroplating, metal finishing, or a related plant process.
  • Familiarity with reading technical specs, work tickets, or QA documentation.
  • Current certification for forklift, crane, or scissor lift operation.

Why Join Us
  • Most benefits start on day one - no waiting period.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Company-paid life, AD&D, short-term, and long-term disability coverage (6-month waiting period for short-term disability).
  • Voluntary life, AD&D, and long-term disability buy-up plans.
  • Voluntary accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance.
  • 401(k) with up to 5% company match - 100% vested from day one.
  • Maternity and parental leave, Arc Fertility Benefits, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health support.

Cooper Machinery Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.
For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.