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Plating Operator I

McGard LLC
Orchard, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 10/4/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/1/2027
McGard

Plating Operator
1st Shift, 6:30AM-3:00PM (Monday-Friday)
$20-23 per hour
On-The-Job Training
Ability to work overtime during the week and Saturdays as needed

Do you have a passion for developing innovative products that make a difference in the world? Look no further than McGard, a leading company in the automotive industry! We are seeking a highly motivated Plating Operator to join our dynamic team and contribute to our ongoing success.

ABOUT MCGARD:
McGard has been a trusted name in the automotive industry for over 60 years. We specialize in manufacturing high-quality, precision-engineered automotive security products and components. Our commitment to excellence, innovation, and customer satisfaction has earned us a reputation as a global leader in our field.

BENEFITS:
  • Comprehensive benefits package, including 10 paid holidays and paid time off (PTO).
  • Discretionary, annual profit sharing.
  • Work boot and prescription safety glasses allowance.
  • Company provided uniforms.
  • Exciting and challenging projects in a collaborative work environment.
  • On-site walking trail and convenience cafeteria.

RESPONSIBILITY:
  • Maintains hardware and performs various processes to ensure that plating is properly applied to parts.

JOB DUTIES:
  • Assist in maintaining scheduled orders at the line, pull parts from storage area as needed.
  • Startup draw ovens; verify temperatures & draw speeds.
  • Add plating solutions & refills tanks as necessary.
  • Follow procedures for chemical additions – follow proper PPE requirements, which include length Nitrile Solve green gloves, face shield and wearing long pants.
  • Process or operate various electroplating, chromate, and or passivate lines.
  • Responsible for inspection of parts to meet quality as outlined by the McGard Quality Standard.
  • Ensure all orders are identified properly, thickness, and post plate requirements are followed.
  • Performs all assigned P.M.’s and daily checklists.
  • Complete department material & supply requisitions as needed.
  • Assist in Inventorying all received chemicals and supplies.
  • Perform department lockout/tagout procedures as necessary.
  • Assist in training new employees.

EDUCATION / SKILL REQUIREMENTS:
  • High School diploma or GED and up to three months related experience or training in electroplating preferred.
  • Communicate effectively in English (both written and orally) and carry out routine instructions.
  • Ability to work with hands and to work in mechanically oriented situations.
  • Ability to acquire skill in the use of standard equipment and hand tools related to the area of assignment.
  • Ability to operate fork truck, ability to operate draw furnace hoist correctly.
  • Given proper instruction and personal protection safety equipment (e.g., safety glasses, hearing protection, etc.) safely perform all required tasks.

If you are an ambitious and driven individual who thrives on innovation and enjoys working in a team environment, then this is the perfect opportunity for you! Join McGard and be part of a company that is revolutionizing the automotive security industry.

"We are an equal opportunity employer and 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.

Salary : $20 - $23

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