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U.S. Dept. of Labor code 51-4193.00Market Standard — pending BLS/OEWS enrichment

Plating Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic

Set up, operate, or tend plating machines to coat metal or plastic products with chromium, zinc, copper, cadmium, nickel, or other metal to protect or decorate surfaces. Typically, the product being coated is immersed in molten metal or an electrolytic solution.

What this job is about

Ensure proper coating of metal and plastic workpieces.

What this work involves, step by step

AI can help most with the planning, drafting, and paperwork below — not the hands-on parts.

  1. 1

    Prepare workpieces for plating

    Immerse objects in cleaning solutions to remove impurities.

  2. 2

    Set up plating machines

    Adjust dials to regulate current and voltage for plating processes.

  3. 3

    Monitor plating process

    Observe gauges and make adjustments to ensure machines operate properly.

  4. 4

    Inspect finished products

    Examine coated areas for defects such as air bubbles or uneven coverage.

  5. 5

    Maintain production records

    Document production details and verify conformance to specifications.

Tools used in this work
Autodesk AutoCADMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft Word

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