Location:

Newmarket, Ontario

Job Type:

Full-time, Permanent

Shift:

Day Shift

Compensation:

Salary to be discussed based on experience

We are seeking an experienced

Electroplater

to join our plating operation in Newmarket. The successful candidate must have hands‑on experience working with

cyanide-based copper plating

and other specification-driven plating processes.

Approximately

50% of this position will involve cyanide copper plating , so robust experience with cyanide copper chemistry, process control, and safe chemical handling is essential.

Key Responsibilities:

Perform electroplating according to customer specifications, work instructions, and quality standards.

Operate and monitor

cyanide copper plating

processes.

Perform plating with metals such as:

Copper

Nickel

Gold

Silver

Tin

Set up and operate both

rack and barrel plating

processes.

Prepare parts for plating, including cleaning, rinsing, activating, and masking when required.

Monitor plating times, temperatures, current density, solution levels, and other process parameters.

Inspect finished parts for plating thickness, coverage, appearance, adhesion, and overall quality.

Make appropriate process adjustments to maintain plating specifications.

Complete production and quality documentation accurately.

Identify and report plating defects, equipment issues, or chemical/process concerns.





Follow all procedures for safely handling cyanide-based solutions, chemicals, and hazardous materials.

Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.

Follow all company health and safety, environmental, and quality requirements.

Qualification:

Previous hands-on experience as an

industrial electroplater

is required.

Strong experience with

cyanide copper plating

is essential.

Experience with copper, nickel, gold, silver, and tin plating is preferred.

Experience with both

rack and barrel plating

is required.

Experience working in a specification plating environment is strongly preferred.

Ability to read and follow plating specifications, work instructions, and process sheets.

Knowledge of plating chemistry, solution controls, current density, plating thickness, and defect troubleshooting.

Strong understanding of chemical handling and workplace safety procedures.

Good attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work.

Ability to work independently and as part of a production team.

Reliable and interested in a stable, long-term position.

What we offer:

Permanent, full-time employment

Long-term day-shift opportunity

Stable work environment

Compensation based on knowledge and plating experience.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, we will contact only those selected for an interview.

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