Plating Engineer (chrome)

Plating Engineer (Chrome)- OK (relocation is available)

My client is in search of a Plating Engineer (chrome) to advise and enhance

their chrome plating operations. This role is critical in ensuring the quality,

efficiency, and compliance of our plating processes while fostering a culture of

safety and continuous improvement within the team.

Responsibilities

• Advise on chrome plating operations, ensuring adherence to industry
  
  

standards and safety guidelines.

• Develop and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency
  
  

and reduce waste in plating operations.

• Work directly with plating technicians, providing mentorship and
  
  

training to ensure high-quality workmanship.

• Monitor plating quality through rigorous testing and inspection,
  
  

addressing any discrepancies promptly.

• Collaborate with engineering and quality assurance teams to
  
  

troubleshoot issues and implement corrective actions.

• Establish and maintain robust documentation practices for compliance
  
  

with regulatory and internal standards.

• Ensure the maintenance and calibration of plating equipment to
  
  

optimize performance and longevity.

Required

Required and Preferred Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in chrome plating or related manufacturing
  
  

processes.

• Strong understanding of plating chemistry, equipment, and processes.
• Proven ability to implement process improvements and quality control
  
  

measures.

• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to lead a diverse team.
  
  

Preferred

• Experience with automated plating systems and advanced plating
  
  

technologies.

• Knowledge of regulatory compliance standards related to plating
  
  

operations in the industries of aerospace and oil and gas.

• Background in lean manufacturing methodologies.
  
  

Technical Skills and Relevant Technologies

• Proficiency in plating processes, including electroplating, and related
  
  

chemical processes.

• Familiarity with quality assurance tools and techniques, including
  
  

statistical process control (SPC).

• Experience with process monitoring software and equipment
  
  

maintenance systems.

Soft Skills and Cultural Fit

• Strong leadership abilities with a focus on team development and
  
  

motivation.

• Ability to work collaboratively across departments to achieve
  
  

operational goals.

• Results-oriented mindset with a commitment to quality and safety.
• Adaptable to changing priorities and able to thrive in a fast-paced