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Job Title: Plating Team Lead

Job Description

Join our team as a Plating Team Lead and play a crucial role in coordinating and executing the daily production activities of our plating team. You will ensure efficient work processes, compliance with company standards, and adherence to customer specifications. This position offers a unique opportunity to work in a dynamic environment where quality and precision are paramount.

Responsibilities

+ Coordinate and execute daily production activities of the plating team.

+ Ensure work is performed efficiently and in compliance with company standards and customer specifications.

+ Monitor and maintain process parameters for various plating operations such as electroplating, anodizing, and passivation.

+ 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 collaborate with engineering and quality teams to implement solutions.

+ Ensure all safety protocols are followed and promote a safe working environment.

Essential Skills

+ Minimum 2 years of hands-on plating experience in a manufacturing or aerospace environment.

+ Experience with NADCAP standards and compliance.

+ Strong understanding of plating techniques and surface finishing processes.

+ Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications, and process sheets.

+ Familiarity with quality systems such as AS9100 or ISO 9001.

+ Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.

+ Detail-oriented with a commitment to product quality and process accuracy.

+ Basic computer skills (MS Office, ERP systems).

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Prior experience in a lead or supervisory role preferred.

+ Ability to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive tasks.

+ Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

+ May be exposed to chemicals and fumes in a controlled environment (PPE provided).

Why Work Here?

Experience growth and opportunity with a global leader in the industry. Our company values innovation and provides solutions to complex problems across various sectors. Enjoy benefits such as financial and career growth opportunities, a referral program, sign-on bonus, company outings, catered lunches, and a profit-sharing program. Additionally, we offer a 401K match up to 7%, 11 paid holidays, and exciting incentives like access to a Bears suite and rotation based on performance.

Work Environment

Work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment with a dedicated team of professionals. The work schedule is from 6:00 am to 2:30 pm, Monday through Friday. The role requires working in a controlled environment where exposure to chemicals and fumes is managed with provided PPE. The position involves standing for long periods and performing repetitive tasks, with the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $25.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job

classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be

subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision

• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

• Short and long-term disability

• Health Spending Account (HSA)

• Transportation benefits

• Employee Assistance Program

• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Arlington Heights,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 20, 2025.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.