Job Overview
We are seeking a detailed-oriented masking Technician to join our nickel plating team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for cleaning, masking and de-masking customer parts. This role requires strong hand-eye coordination, proficiency with painting and cutting tools, and experience working within a manufacturing environment.
Duties
- Apply tapes, plugs, caps, lacquers, or waxes to complex geometries based on technical blueprints or work instructions.
- Read and interpret engineering drawings to identify "mask" vs. "plate" areas with high accuracy.
- Clean and degrease parts prior to masking to ensure adhesives bond correctly and prevent contamination of the plating tanks.
- Remove masking materials after the plating process and clean any residue without damaging the newly plated finish.
- Use tools such as X-Acto knives, calipers, and templates to trim masking materials to exact specifications.
- Correspond with the Quality department to conduct visual inspections to ensure masking integrity (no leaks or "bleeding") and verify that finished parts meet dimensional tolerances.
Qualifications
- Proven experience in a manufacturing or assembly environment
- Excellent hand-eye coordination to perform precision masking
- Basic math skills for measurements and calculations related to maintenance tasks
- Ability to read technical drawings and schematics
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Ability to work independently or as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
- Experience with painting or using cutting tools preferred
Pay: $18.00-$25.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
