Production Line Operator

Metal Finishing Technologies, LLC. is a nationally recognized industry leader of diversified metal finishing and surface preparation; as well as a certified FAA repair station servicing the Automotive, Marine, Aerospace, Medical, Commercial and Electrical industries since 1947.

As a company, we strive to keep the highest integrity and precision within our finished products for each of our customers. Our expertise, tools and high standards, have proven to develop the best employees, product, quality, and customer satisfaction.

MFT is seeking a dedicated, hardworking and reliable candidate who will have the ability to complete all necessary training in order to become a competent, effective, and successful Production Line Operator.

Summary

The Production Line Operator is responsible for the safe, accurate, and efficient operation of an aerospace plating line in accordance with MFT procedures, ensuring the successful plating of electroless nickel parts. In addition, this role involves providing technical assistance and training to colleagues. The selected candidate will be subject to random drug screens, as this is a requirement of the FAA guidelines.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required

• 1–2 years of experience in electroless nickel plating, metal finishing/plating, or related training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience

• Ability to follow instructions precisely

• Keen attention to detail and awareness of the job’s requirements

• Familiarity with all substrates processed on an aerospace plating line

• Knowledge of applicable stripping procedures

• Capability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly and up to 100 pounds occasionally

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Accurately plate parts and complete tasks as scheduled or outlined in predefined lists

• Strip electroless nickel tanks and perform passivation as needed

• Safely transfer solutions between tanks using pumps and proper valve alignment

• Standardize, calibrate, and operate the electroless nickel controller

• Monitor chemical levels and replenish materials when required

• Maximize output from the process line, including managing multiple jobs at once

• Conduct chemical analyses of E/N solutions and adjust as necessary based on results

• Clean anode and cathode bars daily; add anodes as required

• Clean horns and saddles three times weekly

• Accurately complete work order tickets, daily line logs, customer part riders, and related paperwork

• Maintain a clean and orderly work environment

• Monitor equipment conditions and recommend repairs or replacements as needed

• Activate parts using approved procedures

• Suggest and implement improvements in areas such as processing steps, fixturing, or part handling

• Read and execute instructions from printed work orders

• Ensure customer parts meet all work order specifications

• Comply with MFT, customer, and quality control standards including thickness, color, brightness, and coverage

• Provide technical support to rackers, packers, and dryers on the process line

• Train fellow employees on MFT processes as needed

• Prepare chemical additions and make-up solutions as directed by the lab

• Test acid concentration as part of process control

• Bake parts when required to meet customer specifications

• Operate acid and hand pumps and handle solution transfers

• Maintain a safe working environment by handling chemicals such as acids, alkalis, and oxidizers properly

• Adhere to safety committee, EHS department, and MFT safety requirements

• Perform other duties as assigned

The pay range for this role is 22 USD - 25 USD per hour. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. MFT considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, employee assistance program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays.

Metal Finishing Technologies, LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Employment with Metal Finishing Technologies, LLC is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment drug screening and background check.