Plating Processor Lead

Job Summary

Responsible for the daily operations of the plating processors including creating workloads, log sheets, and maintaining plating equipment.

Job Responsibilities

• Prepare parts to be processed by creating correct load sizes.
• Preparing work for plating processors to minimize their downtime.
• Creating log sheets of plating parameters for plating operators
• Direct flow of parts through the department to ensure timely delivery of components.
• Repair or replace damaged or broken equipment as needed.
• Ability to diagnose and fix issues with the plating process as they arise.
• Use vibratory tumblers and other cleaning techniques to ensure quality of plated parts.
• Operating any process line as needed to cover production demands.
• Working with others toward continuous improvement within the department and company.
• Promoting a positive work environment.
• Protect themselves and their co-workers by adhering to all company safety & health policies.
• Identify hazards in the workplace and report them to management and/or safety coordinator.
• Must work with the EHS department to ensure all local, state, and federal regulatory agencies requirements are met; OSHA, NFPA, DNR, EPA and Amphenol sustainability practices.
• Must work with the Quality department to ensure all quality standards are met for AS9100 certification.
• Comply with company policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned. 

Requirements

Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent  
• 1 or more years’ experience within an electroplating environment.

Physical:

• Ability to lift up 25 lbs. frequently; 50lbs occasionally. 
• Ability to stand, sit, use hands to handle, feel and reach.

Shift: 1st (Monday-Friday, 6:00am-2:30pm)

Knowledge:

English Language — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.

Mechanical — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.

Public Safety and Security — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions.

Skills:

Active Listening — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

Attention to Detail —Being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.

Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.

Critical Thinking — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

Getting Information — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.

Handling and Moving Objects — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.

Reading Comprehension — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.

Speaking — Talking to others to convey information effectively.

Time Management — Managing one's own time and the time of others.

Abilities:

Arm-Hand Steadiness — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position.

Control Precision — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehicle to exact positions.

Manual Dexterity — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects.

Multi-limb Coordination — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or one leg and one arm) while sitting, standing, or lying down. It does not involve performing the activities while the whole body is in motion.

Near Vision — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).

Oral Comprehension — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.

Problem Sensitivity — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem.