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Plating Operator

Precision Castparts
Santa Ana, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 12/17/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/17/2026
Plating Operator candidates in this position will be expected to successfully apply Post Chromate (chemical conversion coatings) to steel alloy production parts, and perform various support functions for the Plating department. Candidates in this position shall be fully familiar with various racking techniques, manual and tank chromate treatment applications, and other pre cleaning operations such as solvent cleaning and vapor degreasing. Plating Operators will also be expected to maintain terminal equipment in good working order throughout the production cycle such as repair and replacement of racking components and equipment as necessary. Candidates must be self-disciplined and self-motivated individuals with strong accountability (attention to details) skills. Candidates must have the ability and desire to be flexible and adaptable in a fast-paced production environment, be resourceful and innovative along with presenting a strong business ethic and compliance to leadership and company policies, and a good communicator with the ability to represent the company in a positive manner.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

  • Work safely under functional safety guidelines such as PPE and equipment interaction.
  • Adheres to quality processes including in-process inspection to ensure compliance with quality specifications.
  • Correctly access and interpret documentation (C-Specs, etc.)
  • Lift up to 45lbs (Repetitive)
  • Able to work overtime as needed
  • Perform intermediate racking and loading of product (Basic Platting)
  • Make intermediate chemical additions (Acids, Cyanides etc.)
  • Perform in process inspection (X-ray Unit, etc.)
  • Meet area/product specific production standards
  • Complete process and operation documentation (Traceability, etc.)
  • Work in a team environment, i.e. follow instructions and assist others as needed.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.

Required Skills

  • The ability to read and write English.
  • The ability to perform basic shop math, fractions, decimals
  • The ability to use basic hand tools – wrenches etc.
  • Familiarity with platting times and process charting (Digital)
  • The ability to use basic inspection tools such micrometers
  • The ability to navigate intranet to locate process documents - basic computer skills
  • The ability to read and interpret work instructions and basic prints and dimensions

Experience & Education

  • Typically 2-3 Years
  • GED or High School diploma preferred but not required.

For informational purposes only the range of pay for this role is $20.00 to $29.00US Dollar (USD)Hourly based on a variety of factors. For informational purposes only this role is eligible to participate in the Companys Quarterly Cash Bonus Plan paid out at the quarterly bonus factor of 1X the Companys bonus multiple based on the Companys performance in the applicable quarter. Employees will receive 80 hours paid time off every year. Employees will also receive 10 paid holidays. Employees and their families are eligible to participate in the company\'s medical dental vision and basic life insurance. Employees are eligible to enroll in the Companys 401k plan.80

Salary : $20 - $29

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