Anodizers and Platers

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Anodizers and Platers

Work Location: Manufacturing Facilities at Billerica ,MA

EMKAT INC STAFFING & RECRUITING AGENCY

Address: 337 Westword St, Lowell, MA 01851

Phone: 978-421-69529/978 941 4362

Email: [email protected]

Website: emkatinc.com

About Em kat Inc Staffing & Recruiting Agency

Emkat Inc Staffing & Recruiting Agency is a professional staffing partner specializing in the recruitment and placement of skilled manufacturing professionals across the United States. We work closely with leading manufacturing companies to provide qualified, reliable, and safety-focused employees in production, operations, engineering, and technical surface finishing roles.

Emkat serves as the official hiring and recruitment partner for this position. Candidates will be employed and placed through Emkat Inc Staffing & Recruiting Agency and assigned to one of our respected manufacturing clients.

We are committed to:

• Delivering highly skilled manufacturing talent nationwide
• Maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and compliance
• Supporting workforce development and career growth
• Providing reliable staffing solutions to U.S. manufacturers
• Ensuring professional onboarding and ongoing support

Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply directly through Emkat Inc Staffing & Recruiting Agency using the contact information above or via our website.

Position Overview

The Anodizer/ Plater is responsible for operating assigned plating or anodizing process lines to ensure high-quality surface finishing while meeting strict customer specifications and production deadlines. This role requires strong technical knowledge, attention to detail, and adherence to safety and compliance standards.

The position plays a critical role in supporting precision manufacturing operations by ensuring coatings meet industry, military, aerospace, and customer-specific requirements.

Position Responsibilities

The responsibilities listed below are representative of the duties required. Additional tasks may be assigned based on operational needs.

• Coordinate with scheduling and quality teams to ensure on-time delivery of finished products
• Review job cards, blueprints, and process sheets against customer purchase orders to verify work instructions
• Determine proper racking, wiring, and fixturing methods to achieve optimum plating or anodizing results without damaging customer parts
• Clean and activate base materials in accordance with internal and industry-approved procedures
• Determine appropriate current densities or voltages to prevent excessive edge buildup, burning, or coating defects
• Calculate plating time based on load size, surface area, and current density requirements
• Verify coating thickness of undercoats and final finishes using micrometers and X-Ray fluorescence equipment
• Submit work samples to quality control for inspection, testing, and validation
• Interpret specifications including Military Specifications (Mil-Spec), aerospace, and customer-specific requirements
• Direct wiring/fixturing personnel on proper part setup
• Ensure masking is applied correctly and pre-cleaned as required
• Monitor temperature, agitation, and chemical levels of process tanks
• Confirm all required inspections and testing are completed before job release
• Accurately complete all production documentation, job cards, and process sheets
• Maintain strict adherence to safety procedures and chemical handling standards
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives

Required Qualifications & Skills

To perform this position successfully, candidates must meet the following qualifications:

• 1–2 years of plating or anodizing experience preferred
• Experience in manufacturing or metal finishing environments
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and finish specifications
• Working knowledge of Military Specifications (Mil-Specs) and quality standards
• Familiarity with Nadcap requirements (preferred)
• Ability to calculate surface area and determine appropriate current densities
• Understanding of chemical handling and process safety
• Knowledge of temperature and agitation requirements in plating/anodizing tanks
• Experience using precision measurement tools including micrometers and X-Ray fluorescence machines
• Ability to strip coatings without damaging base materials
• Understanding of masking techniques related to plating and anodizing
• Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy
• Effective communication skills
• Ability to work in a production-driven manufacturing environment

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Industrial manufacturing environment
• Exposure to chemicals and plating solutions (PPE required)
• Standing for extended periods
• Ability to lift and move materials as required
• Strict adherence to OSHA and safety regulations

Performance Evaluation

Performance will be evaluated based on:

• Quality control results and defect rates
• On-time job completion
• Compliance with safety standards
• Accuracy of documentation
• Ability to learn and adapt to new processes
• Teamwork and supervisory feedback

Why Apply Through Emkat?

When you apply through Emkat Inc Staffing & Recruiting Agency, you receive:

• Professional hiring support
• Access to leading U.S. manufacturing employers
• Career growth opportunities
• Competitive pay and industry exposure
• Ongoing placement and workforce support

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Work Location: In person