Plating Lead act at Argus Technical

This role supports the Plating team in Milwaukee. The Plating Lead helps the Plating team and Plating supervisor with daily tasks and duties.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Acts as lead plater: coordinates work, troubleshoots problems, answers questions.
• Responsible for the operation of the plating line, including the loading and unloading of the plating rack.
• Rack cast parts & hardware to the appropriate rack, following the process document for correct location and orientation of part.
• Inspect parts for plating quality and complete coverage.
• Report plating defects or problems relating to the plating line to the plating supervisor in a timely manner.
• Responsible for daily start-up of plating machine and wastewater treatment system
• Safely handle a wide range of hazardous chemicals including strong acids & caustics.
• Responsible for nickel filter cleaning.
• Responsible with chemical tank cleaning.
• Verify production numbers at end of shift.
• Assists with training team members & new hires as needed.
• Monitor MRO & consumable materials.
• Test & track chemical usages for daily production.
• Ability to support mechanical & electrical troubleshooting of Plating & WWT equipment.
• All other duties assigned by supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS  

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Required:

A high school diploma or equivalent, and 2 + years Plating experience are required.

 TRAINING

• Employee Orientation
• Legal Compliance Calendar
• ISO Training Matrix

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Possesses ability to write simple reports as needed. Must be able to write and speak English and able to communicate with co-workers and supervisors.

 MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

• Must be able to use math skills including addition and subtraction.

 REASONING ABILITIES

Some judgment is required to set up assigned machine in accordance with standard methods and procedures.

 CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• WWT & Haz Mat Certifications desired.
• Will provide training.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is to stand and use hands and fingers to handle and feel.  It is necessary that this employee sees clearly including close vision and be able to adjust focus.  Must have good motor skills and hand to eye coordination. The employee is frequently required to talk or hear.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, sit, talk, and/or hear.  Must be able to stand, bend, reach and count at a workstation and walk in a manufacturing environment. Must be able to grasp and work with small parts.  Must be able to read fine print at times.  Must be able to lift 50 lbs. on a frequent basis. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT 

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The position works in the manufacturing facility with extreme temperatures depending on weather and where the noise level is sufficient to require hearing protection as well as other safety equipment as needed.