Chemical Process Technician II

Richardson Electronics, Ltd.

. Clean, treat, and plate a variety of components according to verbal or written process instructions .

Posted 10/17/2026full-timeLaFox • Illinois • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $24 - $29 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in plating processes, including copper, nickel, and silver plating, while ensuring compliance with safety standards and hazardous waste management. Proficient in monitoring and analyzing chemical solutions and maintaining accurate documentation according to ISO-9001 guidelines.

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Plating Process ExpertiseWastewater Treatment ExperienceChemical Handling KnowledgeHazardous Waste ManagementISO-9001 Documentation

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Hard Skills

Plating OperationsChemical MixingEquipment MaintenanceProcess MonitoringMathematical SkillsVisual InspectionGauging TechniquesAqueous DegreasingChemical AnalysisMinor Equipment Repairs

Soft Skills

Safety OrientationTeaching AbilityAttention to Detail

Industry Keywords

RCRA GuidelinesHazardous SolutionsChemical WasteSafety StandardsProtective Equipment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Clean, treat, and plate a variety of components according to verbal or written process instructions
Teach the plating process to other employees
Inspect work using gauges, scales, visual inspection, measurement, appearance, and gauging
Prepare, maintain, and properly dispose of hazardous solutions according to RCRA guidelines
Make minor equipment repairs and perform regular maintenance on plating department baths and waste processing tanks
Monitor and analyze process baths and solutions
Maintain written documentation and records according to supervisor requirements and ISO-9001 guidelines
Assist the supervisor in writing new parts processing instructions
Mix chemicals and solutions according to written documentation
Move and maintain chemical supplies and hazardous waste in containers up to 55 gallons
Adjust equipment to ensure quality products
Write work orders for plating equipment maintenance or repairs
Make additions to process solutions based on chemical analysis
Assist with wastewater treatment monitoring and control
Maintain compliance with company policies, safety standards, and housekeeping practices
Fill in for other departments during idle times
Perform aqueous degreasing operations as required

Requirements

What you’ll need

Good math skills
Ability to understand and implement safe chemical handling
3-5 years’ experience in plating and cleaning operation
Copper, nickel, and silver plating experience
Experience with wastewater treatment systems is very desirable
Knowledge of chemical and material processes
Safety-oriented with previous hazardous waste and chemical training
Must be authorized to work in the US
Ability to work with hazardous substances, including chemical waste, acids, caustics, cyanides, and toxic substances
Must wear required protective clothing, boots, and other safety equipment
Ability to stand for extended periods
Ability to lift up to 55 lbs
Degreed individual preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive health insurance with multiple PPO and HSA plan options
Dental and vision coverage
Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
Life insurance
Voluntary life insurance
Short- and long-term disability (STD & LTD)
Employee assistance program (EAP)
Smoking cessation support
Weight management program
Pet insurance
LifeLock identity protection
401(k)-retirement plan
Generous vacation time
Sick/personal days
10 paid holidays
Tuition reimbursement
Incentive compensation