Electroplater

Responsibilities

Chrome, Nickel, Cadmium, Silver, Tin, Copper, Phosphate, Heat Treatment, Non Destructive Testing (Nital Etch) and other associated processes, are included within the Metal Finishing section.

• Undertaking a breadth of tasks including Electro plating (Cadmium, Nickel, Chrome, Silver, Tin, Phosphate, Aqueous cleaning and degreasing, masking to an extensive variety of components from a wide selection of different aircraft platforms.
• Support the Metal Finishing Supervisor and Team Leader with delivering the day to day needs of the Metal Finishing operations.
• To assist, as required with the monitoring of stock levels for chemicals and consumables.
• To assist, as required with certain elements of machine maintenance (peventative and scheduled).
• Support with the training and development of the Metal Finishing team.
• Adhere to the AEM Behaviours for the Metal Finishing Team, supporting the Metal Finishing Supervisor and Team Leader.
• Support with the implementation of initiatives to improve manpower utilisation and process improvement within the Metal Finishing operations.
• Ensure quality requirements are always met.
• Promote a culture of Continuous Improvement; maintain and improve housekeeping in all areas driving continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support with effective communication through Metal Finishing and MPBU Operations.
• Support with continually improving safety by addressing both physical safety issues and safety attitudes within the Metal Finishing Section.
• Support with the maintenance of plant and equipment.
• Support the Metal Finishing team delivering results to meet the strategic objectives of MPBU and AEM.
• Adhere to industry standard QA rules and regulations.

Experience, Qualifications and Competencies

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in engineering/metal finishing, (essential)
• Computer literate - competent in Microsoft Office.