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What they do
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.
$43,701 / year median in Pennsylvania
-3% projected decline
Job Description
Job Responsibilities Ensures all process and outputs meet quality standards. Loads and unloads parts. Applies Plugs/Masks on parts. Packs part as required including wrapping or layering parts. May operate E-coat system load control panel. Performs other duties as assigned. Job Skills Requirements Ability to operate crane and hoist Basic computer skills Follow safety and environmental procedures Fluent in English and primary language used in area of responsibility and/or location Educational Requirements High School Diploma or equivalent education and experience Experience Requirements Paint Line experience preferred Physical & Environmental Requirements Some physical demand; often lifts parts up to 50 lbs. Ability to stand and/or walk constantly over a full work shift (8-12 hours) Ability to reach and/or pull for a full work shift (8-12 hours)