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in Chicago, IL
Electroplating Department Supervisor
Hours | Full-time, Part-time |
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Location | Chicago, IL Chicago, Illinois |
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Job Description
The Electroplating Department Supervisor is responsible for safety, regulatory compliance, production and improvement of a captive copper/nickel electroplating department in our Chicago facility (near Jefferson Park) This position is a good opportunity for a lab technician or plating quality technician to move up and take on departmental supervisory management responsibilities. Among other responsibilities, the Electroplating Department Supervisor is expected to:
• Implement and maintain systems for ensuring the safety of workers in the plating area
• Train workers in chemical safety procedures and use of protective gear
• Revise and maintain chemical spill emergency procedures
• Supervise 10 employees in the department to fulfill production and productivity requirements
• Monitor and control the quality of the chemistry used in the plating baths
• Monitor and improve the quality of goods produced by the department
• Maintain and improve the effectiveness of the wastewater treatment plant • Work with regulatory agencies to comply with all applicable effluent and emissions requirements
• Previous experience in electroplating required. Experience with copper cyanide and acid nickel chemistries preferred. Experience with barrel and rack plating methods preferred.
• Previous lab experience preferred. Candidates must be familiar with Hull Cell testing, titration, and acid/base chemistry.
• BS or AS in Chemistry or Environmental Science preferred.
• Previous experience with automated waste treatment systems preferred.
• Previous supervision experience preferred.
• Must be able to wear protective gear, including respirator, for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
• Candidates with good oral and written communications skills preferred.
EOE M/F/Disabled/Vet
This company is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, gender, disability or protected veteran status.