Job Title:
Electroforming Technician
Location:
Rochester, NY
Summary: Nesco Resource is partnering with a manufacturing company to hire an Electroforming Technician to support electroforming, electroplating, and product quality control activities. This is an entry-level opportunity for detail-oriented, mechanically inclined individuals interested in developing skills in a specialized manufacturing environment. On-site training will be provided. The ideal candidate has strong math and communication skills, follows procedures carefully, and is committed to maintaining product quality, workplace safety, and production schedules. Previous electroforming, electroplating, or optics-related experience is preferred but not required.
Pay Rate:
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Starting at $18.00/hour, based on experience (BOE).
Shift:
- A Shift: Monday – Friday | 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM | 40 hours per week
- B Shift:
Monday – Friday | 1:00 PM – 11:00 PM | 50 hours per week
- Training: All new hires must complete approximately one month of training on A Shift, regardless of their assigned shift.
- Orientation: Conducted in the morning only.
- Overtime: A Shift overtime is voluntary. B Shift is scheduled for 50 hours per week.
Job Duties:
- Perform electroforming, electroplating, and product quality control activities
- Follow established procedures for cleaning, passivation, stripping, and fixturing
- Prepare tooling for the electroforming process
- Inspect products to ensure quality standards are met
- Prevent contamination that could cause product defects
- Perform tank stress testing
- Shake down and fill plating tank anode baskets
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
- Follow production schedules and assist with product inspections as needed
- Enter production and quality data into computer systems accurately
- Maintain records related to job responsibilities
- Communicate equipment status and process issues verbally and in writing
- Work closely with the department team leader to complete tooling and development projects
- Follow safety procedures, use required personal protective equipment (PPE), and handle materials properly to support environmental protection
- Maintain product quality while following established quality and environmental standards
- Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements:
- High school diploma required; associate degree preferred
- Strong math and communication skills
- Previous electroforming, electroplating, or optics-related experience preferred but not required
- Ability to learn and follow detailed manufacturing procedures
- Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to work
- Positive, accountable, and self-motivated attitude
- Ability to learn quickly and demonstrate initiative
- Commitment to continuous improvement and product quality
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team
- Willingness to follow safety procedures and production requirements
- Availability to complete one month of training on A Shift before transitioning to the assigned shift
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
- Ability to perform hands-on manufacturing and production tasks
- Ability to maintain attention to detail while performing repetitive or process-driven tasks
- Ability to safely handle production materials and equipment
Education/Experience:
- High school diploma required
- Entry-level position with on-site training provided
- Electroforming, electroplating, or optics-related experience preferred but not mandatory
Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services.
Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
