Electroplating Executive

Executive Electroplating (Auto Plating & Manual Plating)
Department: Production / Electroplating
Designation: Executive Electroplating
Industry: Electroplating
Location: Bangalore Kolar/Nashik

Job Summary
The Electroplating Executive will be responsible for handling both Auto Plating and Manual Plating operations to ensure smooth production flow, plating quality, process control, chemical maintenance, and The role includes supervision of manpower, monitoring plating parameters, maintaining bath health, and ensuring customer quality requirements are achieved.

Key Responsibilities
Auto Plating Line Responsibilities

• Supervise automatic electroplating line operations as per production plan.
• Monitor conveyorized/automatic plating processes for continuous production flow.
• Ensure proper loading, unloading, and jig arrangement in auto plating lines.
• Monitor rectifiers, PLC systems, dosing systems, pumps, heaters, and filtration systems.
• Ensure cycle time adherence and optimum line utilization.
• Monitor automatic chemical dosing and process parameter control.
• Coordinate with maintenance team for preventive and breakdown maintenance of auto plating equipment.
• Reduce line stoppages and improve machine efficiency.

Manual Plating Responsibilities

• Supervise manual plating activities including dipping, barrel plating, rack plating, and touch-up processes.
• Ensure proper handling of components during manual plating operations.
• Monitor plating quality, thickness, and surface finish in manual processes.
• Guide operators regarding process sequence and quality standards.
• Ensure proper jigging, masking, and handling practices.

Process & Chemical Control

• Monitor process parameters such as:

• pH Level

• Temperature

• Current Density

• Voltage

• Chemical Concentration

• Plating Time

• Conduct regular bath analysis and maintain bath chemistry.

• Ensure timely chemical additions and replenishment.

• Monitor chemical consumption and reduce wastage.

• Maintain plating tanks, baths, filters, and chemical storage systems.

Production & Planning Responsibilities

• Achieve daily production targets as per planning schedule.
• Coordinate with SCM, Production Planning, and Dispatch teams for priority execution.
• Ensure availability of materials, chemicals, and consumables.
• Monitor WIP and reduce bottlenecks in plating operations.
• Improve productivity and reduce rejection/rework.

Quality Responsibilities

• Ensure plating quality as per customer specifications and standards.
• Monitor coating thickness, adhesion, finish, corrosion resistance, and appearance.
• Coordinate with QA team for inspection and testing.
• Handle customer complaints related to plating defects.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement CAPA.

ETP, Safety & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with ETP (Effluent Treatment Plant) and pollution control norms.
• Ensure safe handling of chemicals and hazardous materials.
• Maintain PPE compliance and safe working environment.
• Ensure proper disposal of hazardous waste and sludge.
• Support ISO, safety, and customer audits.

Team Handling & Documentation

• Supervise operators and shift activities in plating section.
• Maintain production reports, rejection reports, chemical records, and machine logs.
• Prepare MIS reports for productivity, rejection, downtime, and chemical consumption.
• Train operators on safety, quality, and process standards.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Production Target Achievement %
• Auto Line Utilization %
• Rejection & Rework Reduction
• Chemical Consumption Control
• Machine Downtime Reduction
• Customer Complaint Reduction
• Bath Health Maintenance
• Safety Compliance
• ETP Compliance
• Productivity Improvement

Required Skills

• Auto Plating Line Operation
• Manual Plating Process Knowledge
• Surface Treatment & Coating Knowledge
• Chemical & Bath Analysis
• PLC/Rectifier Basic Understanding
• Quality Inspection Techniques
• Production Coordination
• Root Cause Analysis
• SAP/ERP Knowledge
• Advanced Excel & MIS Reporting

Educational Qualification

• Diploma / BE in Chemical, Mechanical, Production, Metallurgy, or Electrical Engineering
• Certification in Electroplating / Surface Treatment preferred

Experience

• 2 to 5 Years of experience in Auto Plating and Manual Plating operations.
• Experience in Zinc, Nickel, Copper, Tin, Silver, or Powder Coating support process preferred.