Job Title: Plating Team Lead

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Plating Team Lead to oversee and coordinate daily operations in our plating department. This role is responsible for ensuring the consistent delivery of high-quality plating processes while maintaining compliance with NADCAP and AS9100 standards and internal specifications. The ideal candidate will have hands-on plating experience, leadership capabilities, and a strong commitment to quality and safety.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and execute the daily production activities of the plating team, focusing 60% on team coordination and working with plating, and 40% on audits and documentation.
• Ensure work is performed efficiently and in compliance with company standards and customer specifications.
• Monitor and maintain process parameters for various plating operations.
• Ensure all plating operations comply with NADCAP and other industry-specific regulatory requirements.
• Assist in preparing for and participating in NADCAP audits, internal audits, and customer visits.
• Train, mentor, and support plating team members, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
• Review work orders, process instructions, and job travelers for accuracy and completeness.
• Conduct inspections to ensure product quality and consistency throughout the plating process.
• Maintain proper documentation and ensure traceability of plated parts.
• Identify process improvements and work collaboratively with engineering and quality teams to implement solutions.
• Ensure all safety protocols are followed and promote a safe working environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1-2 years of experience as Lab Tech in plating company or minimum 2 years of hands-on plating experience as Plating Tech/Lab Tech.
• Experience with NADCAP standards is a plus. Familiarity with quality systems such as AS9100, ISO 9001, etc.
• Strong understanding of plating techniques and surface finishing processes.
• Prior experience in a lead or supervisory role preferred.