What are the responsibilities and job description for the Plating Department Supervisor position at MW Components?
Job Summary:
This is a key succession and leadership role focused on learning, preserving, and ultimately owning Servometer’s unique electroplating processes. The role will work closely with a long-tenured plating expert to document institutional knowledge and ensure continuity of this core capability.
The Plating Department Supervisor oversees daily plating operations, supervises the on-site chemist, and partners with Engineering and Quality to maintain consistent, high-precision results. The role also supports continuous improvement initiatives, wastewater treatment oversight, and day-to-day leadership of the plating team.
Essential Job Functions:
- Lead and manage all daily plating operations, including scheduling, production planning, and personnel direction.
- Oversee and support the on-site Chemist in maintaining plating bath chemistry, testing, and analysis to ensure consistent and high-quality results.
- Partner closely with Engineering and Quality to develop, validate, and refine plating “recipes” for new parts, prototypes, and continuous improvement projects.
- Maintain detailed records for plating baths, tank maintenance, and lot control; monitor process data to maintain optimal plating windows.
- Plan and communicate weekly plating production outlooks and results through regular team meetings.
- Oversee wastewater treatment and recycling systems to ensure reliability, compliance, and environmental responsibility.
- Lead, develop, and train plating personnel in technical and operational skills, fostering a culture of accountability and safety.
- Track and communicate key performance indicators (yields, capacity, utilization) using Lean and GEMBA methodologies.
- Proactively identify and implement opportunities for efficiency and process improvement.
- Participate in a structured knowledge transfer program with the current Plating Supervisor to ensure seamless succession and preservation of proprietary know-how.
Education, Qualifications & Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing, Chemical, or Process Engineering (or related field).
- Hands-on understanding of plating chemistry, processes, and equipment.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
- 5 years of manufacturing leadership experience; plating or chemical processing preferred.
- ISO 9001 / AS9100 familiarity a plus.
- ERP system experience (Infor VISUAL or similar) preferred.
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