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Plating Technician (3rd Shift)

Advantest America Inc.

South Plainfield, NJFull-time$15.92/hrSeen todaySeen in employer's feed today

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Compensation
$15.92/hr
Location
South Plainfield, NJ
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

The Plating Technician prepares PCB panels for plating, operates and monitors electroplating lines, and maintains bath chemistry and equipment. The role includes inspecting panels, measuring plating thickness, recording production data, reporting process deviations, and following chemical-safety procedures. The technician also supports continuous improvement and cross-training efforts.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

PCB PreparationElectroplatingPlating Parameter SetupChemical TitrationBath Chemistry AnalysisPanel InspectionXRF MeasurementPlating Equipment MaintenanceChemical HandlingProcess DocumentationContinuous Improvement

Qualifications

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Full job description

Experience Required

None

Minimum Education Required

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Compensation

$15.92 / Hourly

Hours Per Week

40

Number Of Positions

1

Shift

First Shift (Day)

Job Description

Job Description:

Prepare PCB panels for plating by performing cleaning, microetching, and surface conditioning steps.

Operate and monitor electroplating lines for copper, nickel, gold, tin, or other metal finishes.

Set up plating parameters such as current density, voltage, temperature, agitation, and chemical concentrations.

Perform routine chemical titrations and solution analyses to maintain proper bath chemistry.

Add chemicals, adjust concentrations, and document all bath maintenance activities.

Inspect panels before and after plating for defects such as uneven deposition, nodules, voids, or contamination.

Measure plating thickness using XRF or other approved measurement tools to ensure compliance with specifications.

Load and unload panels onto plating racks, clamps, or automated conveyor systems.

Maintain plating equipment, including anodes, filters, pumps, and rectifiers, to ensure stable operation.

Follow job travelers, process sheets, and engineering documentation for each production run.

Record process data, plating parameters, and inspection results accurately in production logs or MES systems.

Identify and report process deviations, equipment malfunctions, or recurring defects to engineering or supervision.

Handle chemicals safely and follow all PPE, ventilation, and hazardousmaterial procedures.

Keep the plating area clean, organized, and compliant with 5S or facility standards.

Support continuous improvement efforts related to plating quality, yield, and process efficiency

Support crosstraining efforts and carry out other tasks assigned by the supervisor to meet production needs.

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

8306

Job Type

Full Time

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