Electroplating Supervisor

Richardson Electronics, Ltd.

. Oversee and/or perform all plating operations in the Plating area .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeLaFox • Illinois • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $35 - $40 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in overseeing plating operations, ensuring compliance with thickness, adhesion, and finish standards, while maintaining environmental compliance and hazardous waste management. Proficient in training operators and managing chemical processes to optimize production efficiency and safety.

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Plating Operations ManagementEnvironmental ComplianceWastewater Treatment CertificationISO-9001 ComplianceChemical Safety Management

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Hard Skills

Plating Bath OperationChemical TroubleshootingXRF Thickness TestingProduction Chemical ManagementWastewater TreatmentHazardous Waste DisposalPlating Process Record KeepingChemical Cleaning OperationsAqueous DegreasingMetal Coating Standards

Soft Skills

Supervisory SkillsTraining and DevelopmentSafety OrientationAttention to DetailBudget Management

Tools & Technologies

XRF Thickness TesterWastewater Treatment SystemPlating Bath Chemistry Analysis

Certifications & Qualifications

Wastewater Treatment Certification

Industry Keywords

ISO-9001RCRACERCLAFORM RTier IIChemical EngineeringPlating and Coating Experience

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversee and/or perform all plating operations in the Plating area
Supervise other chemical operators
Ensure metal coatings meet thickness, adhesion, and finish standards
Train chemical operators in plating bath operation and troubleshooting
Take monthly plating bath chemistry samples and adjust baths based on chemistry reports
Maintain stock of production chemicals, packaging, and supplies
Operate and maintain standards and certification for the XRF Thickness Tester
Generate part certifications for plated parts
Update and correct plating process records
Oversee chemical cleaning and aqueous degreasing operations
Operate and monitor the wastewater treatment system
Maintain hazardous waste disposal and inventory records
Assist the Facilities Manager with environmental compliance and hazardous waste reporting, including Tier II, RCRA Annual Generator, CERCLA, and FORM R reports
Maintain and improve ISO-9001 compliance procedures for plating operations
Monitor departmental spending within budget constraints
Oversee chemical operators’ safety, work quality, efficiency, and adherence to correct processes
Perform other duties assigned by the Chemical Operations Manager during slow periods

Requirements

What you’ll need

Formal educational training in Chemistry, preferably with Chemical Engineering/Chemistry degree, OR a minimum of 10-15 years of plating and coating experience in a production environment
Experience in environmental compliance and hazardous waste disposal is strongly desired
Wastewater treatment certification is strongly desired
Safety-oriented approach
Must be authorized to work in the US
Ability to lift 55 lbs.
Ability to work extended periods standing
Must wear protective clothing and safety equipment when handling hazardous substances, including chemical waste, acids, caustics, cyanides, and other toxic substances

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