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Aerotek

Plater

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A Plating Machine Operator operates and maintains plating or coating machines, including electrolyte processes, to coat metal or plastic products with chromium, zinc, copper, cadmium, nickel, or other metal to protect or decorate surfaces.

$45,076 / year median in Massachusetts

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Plater Aerotek Plater West Springfield, MA Apply Job Title:
Plater Job Description In this role, candidates will be involved in plating, cleaning, and inspecting various parts. While the job can be repetitive, once the process is mastered, it becomes straightforward. You will be working collaboratively with others and must demonstrate attention to detail. Responsibilities Inspect parts before, during, and after processing to ensure quality. Prepare products for plating, place them into the bath, and monitor the timing of the process. Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area. Document each piece that is plated. Process parts independently while keeping track of processing times. Gather pieces, run them through the process, conduct quality checks, and organize them. Essential Skills Ability to lift up to 45 pounds. Proficiency in working within a team environment. Comfortable working in environments that can become warm. Comfortable with repetitive tasks. Additional Skills & Qualifications A can-do attitude and willingness to assist where needed. Why Work Here? Enjoy strong growth opportunities as the company has recently made significant investments. Benefit from working in a brand new production area, with a company that has revitalized its plating department. Experience a positive and supportive culture. Work Environment Join the nicest plating environment with state-of-the-art facilities. You will start with training on the 1st shift for the first week.
Flexible shift options are available:
1st shift from 7:00am-3:30pm, 2nd shift from 2:30pm-11:00pm, and 3rd shift from 11:00pm-7:30am. This position offers a great potential for growth, and candidates have the flexibility to work additional hours if desired. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of West Springfield, MA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $23.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
  • Medical, dental & vision
  • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
  • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
  • Short and long-term disability
  • Health Spending Account (HSA)
  • Transportation benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in West Springfield,MA.
Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Sep 23, 2026. About Aerotek Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools. Active Filters Plater West Springfield, MA Clear All Apply

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Sick Leave
  • 401(k) Plans
  • Other Retirement and Savings