Electroplating Supervisor

Job Summary

Oversees and coordinates the activities of the NanoGalv® plating and coating team to ensure the department operates efficiently. Implements and enforce quality standards, processes, and controls. Fully responsible for ensuring all coating and plating operations comply with company policies and procedures.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Leads the plating and coating team to meet production goals and maintain quality standards.
• Oversees chemical and supplies inventory to ensure the availability of plating solutions and safe storage of potentially hazardous materials.
• Responsible for monitoring equipment capability, process maps, set-ups, quality controls, tooling and records, routing and cycle times.
• Coordinates manufacturing with Sales, Production Manager, Procurement, Planning, Quality, Shipping and other departments, including vendors.
• Provides proper training and development to coating and plating staff.
• Converts daily production schedules into actionable workflows to meet operational targets.
• Diagnoses and resolves issues in the NanoGalv® zinc-nickel plating process to maintain optimal performance.
• Conducts performance evaluations and advises personnel on work proficiency, attendance, and adherence to company work rules and policies.
• Complies with all company policies and procedures, including Quality Assurance.
• Monitor plating chemistry, equipment condition, and in-process inspections to hit quality metrics.
• Partner with Engineering, Manufacturing and Maintenance teams on process enhancements, equipment repairs, and preventive maintenance.
• Maintain accurate electronic records (training logs, payroll, performance notes) and report key metrics.
• Must have a safety-focused mindset with a commitment to zero incidents.
• Implements Continuous improvement initiatives, using Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

• Able to be alert teams and departments in a high-risk environment.
• Able to read, understand, and follow detailed work instructions, engineering drawings, and manufacturing specifications.
• Able to ensure accuracy in documentation and data; carefully monitor gauges, instruments, or processes; concentrate on routine work details.
• Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot the Nanostructured Nanolaminated Zinc-Nickel NanoGalv® Plating process.
• Must be able to perform complex level of mathematical operations.
• Must be able to effectively read, write, and communicate findings and observations.
• Intermediate level computer skills to include MS Office applications; able to perform accurate data entry operations.
• Must be able to coach and inspire to build and lead high-performing teams.
• Must have good leadership and conflict resolution skills.
• Strong organizational skills for managing workflow, documentation, and team coordination.

Education

• Required: High school diploma, GED or equivalent.
• Preferred: Associate or bachelor’s degree in technical or engineering discipline.
• Preferred: NACE level 1 or 2 certification.
• Preferred: Lean Six Sigma certification, Green Belt or higher.

Work Experience

• Required: Minimum of 3 years of experience in plating or chemical finishing and/or training in a regulated industry with at least 3 years of related coating experience.
• Required: Minimum of 2 years in a supervisory role.
• Required: Technical troubleshooting expertise with plating chemistry and equipment.
• Preferred: Previous experience with ISO audits and inspections.
• Preferred: Background in fasteners or similar industry.

Physical Requirement

• Must be able to stand for the duration of scheduled shift as needed.
• Moderate physical effort handling parts with the ability to manually load or unload materials onto or off of plating racks and barrels, pallets, skids, platforms and lab equipment.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Manual dexterity using hands, fingers, and arms to push, pull, reach, grab, hold, lift, and hammer
• Continuous mental and visual attention in cleaning. Diversified duties require constant alertness or activity.

Benefits

• PTO - Vacation and Sick Time
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401k with Match
• Basic Life and Supplemental Life Insurance