{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"28f682fdf19fe36f248bee0d","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/28f682fdf19fe36f248bee0d","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/28f682fdf19fe36f248bee0d","title":"Plating Engineer","description":"Job Description Posted Friday, June 5, 2026 at 5:00 AM\nApplicants may request an accommodation to complete the application process by calling 417-866-2322, or by emailing hr@connectpositronic.com.\nEqual Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled\nYou can review a downloadable copy of our Protected Veterans and Individuals With a Disability below.\nFounded in 1966, Positronic is a progressive, global company that builds premium power and signal connectors for several industries, including medical, aerospace and military. We are located across three continents and are looking for highly motivated, passionate people to join our team! We offer an excellent benefit package, highlighted by low‑cost health insurance, quarterly bonus program and a 4% employee‑match 401k retirement plan.\nSummary The Plating Engineer will be responsible for the development, optimization, and maintenance of electroplating processes, ensuring high‑quality surface finishes on a variety of metal components. This role requires a strong foundation in chemical engineering, materials science, or a related field, as well as hands‑on experience with electroplating techniques, process troubleshooting, and laboratory procedures.\nEssential Duties and Responsibilities Design, develop, and improve electroplating processes for various metals (e.g., nickel, gold, silver, chrome, zinc, copper).\nOptimize electroless plating processes to improve coating uniformity, reduce chemical consumption, and enhance overall process efficiency and product quality.\nMonitor and maintain bath chemistry to ensure optimal plating conditions and consistent product quality.\nConduct root cause analysis and resolve plating defects such as blistering, poor adhesion, thickness, roughness, or discoloration.\nPerform routine analytical testing (pH, conductivity, metal concentration, etc.) and adjust chemical compositions accordingly.\nDevelop and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs) and plating process documentation.\nEnsure compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations related to chemical handling and waste disposal.\nCollaborate with R&D, quality control, and production teams to support new product introductions and continuous improvement initiatives.\nSpecify and help maintain plating equipment, rectifiers, tanks, filters, and agitation systems.\nStay updated on industry best practices, new technologies, and emerging surface treatment techniques.\nUphold Positronic’s standards of integrity, quality, and operational excellence.\nIdentify hazards in the workplace and report them to management and/or the safety coordinator.\nCollaborate with the EHS department to meet local, state, and federal regulatory requirements, including OSHA, NFPA, DNR, EPA, and Amphenol sustainability practices.\nWork with the Quality department to ensure compliance with AS9100 certification standards.\nComply with all company policies and procedures.\nPerform other duties as assigned.\nRequirements Education and Experience Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science Engineering, or related STEM field.\n1 to 2 years of related experience OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.\nPhysical Long periods of sitting with occasional standing and walking.\nMay require bending, kneeling, reaching, pushing, and pulling.\nOccasional lifting up to 20 lbs; rarely up to 50 lbs.\nFrequent computer use and repetitive motion.\nPPE includes safety glasses and gloves when handling chemicals.\nWorking Conditions Work is performed in a chemical lab environment with frequent exposure to fumes. Involves small parts handling under magnification. Proper PPE is required.\nKnowledge Expertise in electroplating chemistry, process engineering, and quality systems.\nWorking knowledge of AS9100 standards, SPC tools, and root cause analysis.\nUnderstanding of manufacturing scheduling and cost control.\nKnowledge of regulatory compliance in industrial chemical operations.\nSkills Leadership and team development abilities.\nStrong organizational and time management skills.\nSkilled in data‑driven process evaluation and training implementation.\nEffective communicator across technical and non‑technical teams.\nAbilities Leadership and adaptability in a fast‑paced environment.\nStrong reasoning skills and attention to process variability.\nVisual and oral communication clarity for training and coaching.\nTime‑sharing ability for overseeing multiple plating and lab operations.\nPOSITRONIC RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MODIFY, INTERPRET, OR APPLY THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IN ANY WAY THE COMPANY DESIRES. THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IN NO WAY IMPLIES THAT THESE ARE THE ONLY DUTIES, INCLUDING ESSENTIAL DUTIES, TO BE PERFORMED BY THE EMPLOYEE OCCUPYING THIS POSITION. THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IS NOT AN EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT, IMPLIED OR OTHERWISE. THE EMPLOYMENT RELATIONSHIP REMAINS \"AT‑WILL.\" THE AFOREMENTIONED JOB REQUIREMENTS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE TO REASONABLY ACCOMMODATE QUALIFIED DISABLED INDIVIDUALS.\nDue to the nature of our business, the candidate must be able to legally work in the United States; we are unable to provide sponsorship. Position requires candidate to be a U.S. person as defined in ITAR, 22 CFR 120.15 (U.S. Citizenship or Resident Alien Status) and defined by 8 U.S.C. 1101(a) (20).\nPositronic Industries participates in the United States Department of Homeland Security E‑Verify program. The E‑Verify program is a web‑based employment eligibility verification system for newly hired employees operated by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.\n\n#J-18808-Ljbffr","company":"Positronic","rawCompany":"positronic","city":"Springfield","state":"MO","isRemote":false,"isActive":true,"createdAt":"2026-06-17T04:17:11.951Z","occupations":[{"code":"51-4193.00","title":"Plating Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic","slug":"plating-machine-setters-operators-and-tenders-metal-and-plastic"},{"code":"17-2041.00","title":"Chemical Engineers","slug":"chemical-engineers"},{"code":"17-2199.00","title":"Engineers, All Other","slug":"engineers-all-other"}],"industries":[{"code":"332813","title":"Electroplating, Plating, Polishing, Anodizing, and Coloring","slug":"electroplating-plating-polishing-anodizing-and-coloring"},{"code":"332812","title":"Metal Coating, Engraving (except Jewelry and Silverware), and Allied Services to Manufacturers","slug":"metal-coating-engraving-except-jewelry-and-silverware-and-allied-services-to-manufacturers"},{"code":"332313","title":"Plate Work Manufacturing","slug":"plate-work-manufacturing"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Plating Engineer","description":"Job Description Posted Friday, June 5, 2026 at 5:00 AM\nApplicants may request an accommodation to complete the application process by calling 417-866-2322, or by emailing hr@connectpositronic.com.\nEqual Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled\nYou can review a downloadable copy of our Protected Veterans and Individuals With a Disability below.\nFounded in 1966, Positronic is a progressive, global company that builds premium power and signal connectors for several industries, including medical, aerospace and military. We are located across three continents and are looking for highly motivated, passionate people to join our team! We offer an excellent benefit package, highlighted by low‑cost health insurance, quarterly bonus program and a 4% employee‑match 401k retirement plan.\nSummary The Plating Engineer will be responsible for the development, optimization, and maintenance of electroplating processes, ensuring high‑quality surface finishes on a variety of metal components. 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THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IN NO WAY IMPLIES THAT THESE ARE THE ONLY DUTIES, INCLUDING ESSENTIAL DUTIES, TO BE PERFORMED BY THE EMPLOYEE OCCUPYING THIS POSITION. THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IS NOT AN EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT, IMPLIED OR OTHERWISE. THE EMPLOYMENT RELATIONSHIP REMAINS \"AT‑WILL.\" THE AFOREMENTIONED JOB REQUIREMENTS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE TO REASONABLY ACCOMMODATE QUALIFIED DISABLED INDIVIDUALS.\nDue to the nature of our business, the candidate must be able to legally work in the United States; we are unable to provide sponsorship. Position requires candidate to be a U.S. person as defined in ITAR, 22 CFR 120.15 (U.S. Citizenship or Resident Alien Status) and defined by 8 U.S.C. 1101(a) (20).\nPositronic Industries participates in the United States Department of Homeland Security E‑Verify program. 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