Job Description

ASTEMO AMERICAS, INC.

Manufacturing & Operations

The Plating Line Leader is responsible for supporting daily operations within the Plating department by ensuring production, quality, safety, and environmental standards are met. This position serves as a subject matter expert for plating processes, chemical management, wastewater treatment requirements, and employee training while providing leadership and support to team members.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead and support daily plating department operations
• Train and assist associates on departmental procedures and work instructions
• Perform chemical additions and maintain plating bath specifications
• Monitor and maintain proper pH levels and process controls
• Operate and support wastewater treatment processes
• Ensure proper handling, labeling, and disposal of waste materials
• Complete required production quality and assist in troubleshooting process issues
• Promote and maintain a safe work environment
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and departmental goals
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Manufacturing or plating process experience
• Chemical handling experience
• Wastewater treatment experience
• Prior leadership or training experience
• Knowledge of quality systems and process controls

Skills

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Positive attitude and professional behavior
• Ability to lead and motivate team members
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to follow company policies and procedures
• Demonstrated problem solving and decision-making abilities
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Flexibility to support changing production demands

Communication Skills

Must be able to communicate effectively with associates, supervisors, engineering, quality, and management to ensure production, quality, safety and environmental requirements are met.

Physical Requirements

• Regularly stand and walk for extended periods throughout the shift
• Frequently bend, stoop, reach and perform repetitive motions
• Lift, carry, push and pull materials weighing up to 55 pounds
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including chemical-resistant gloves, aprons, face shields, and safety glasses
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to chemicals, varying temperatures, noise, and humidity
• Ability to distinguish colors and read gauges, meters, labels, and process documentation
• Ability to safely perform duties around moving equipment, tanks, and wastewater treatment systems

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, and responsibilities required of personnel so classified. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) – Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, identity, disability, protected veteran status and national origin.

At Astemo, we’re challenging the status quo with the power of diversity, inclusion, and collaboration. Our goal is to build an inclusive work environment that celebrates the differences of our employees. We want to ensure that every employee feels valued, respected and empowered. We don’t just accept difference—we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our products, and our community. Astemo is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job at Astemo, please send the nature of the request and contact information to am-jobs@hitachiastemo.com when applying for the position.