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Morgan Advanced Materials Plating Technician in New Bedford, Massachusetts

The Plating Tech is a member of the Plating Department reporting directly to the Value Stream Leader. The role is an exciting opportunity to join a global, dynamic, Hi-Tech team, supporting the medical and aerospace industries. We are the industry leader in development and manufacturer of ceramic to metal seals for both Aerospace and Medical markets. We help improve the quality of life with our implantable medical components, and we ensure the safety of travelers by developing multiple components for the Aerospace industry. Technical knowledge, precision, problem-solving skills, and a strong commitment to environmental and safety standards are essential in this role. The technician plays a crucial role in ensuring the quality and effectiveness of metal plating by the department. Key Responsibilities: ? Perform chemical drainage, tank cleaning, passivation and refilling as needed: The plating technician meticulously cleans tanks and equipment using chemicals such as nitric acid, ensuring all safety measures are in place. They monitor the cleaning process, control exposure times, and manage the disposal of waste materials in compliance with environmental standards. They also perform passivation of tanks and conduct tests to verify the effectiveness of the passivation process. ? Bath Preparation and Chemical Handling: The technician prepares plating baths, which involves mixing chemicals in precise proportions. They must have a deep understanding of the chemicals used, including their properties and safety protocols. ? Titration and pH Adjustment: Regular titration is necessary to determine the concentration of specific chemicals in the plating bath. The technician makes adjustments as needed. ? Anode and Electrical Current Management: The technician regularly inspects the anodes for wear and degradation, replacing them as needed to maintain consistent plating quality. The technician also monitors and adjusts the electrical current and resistance across the plating tank to ensure even distribution of plating material. ? Measurement and Process Verification: Work with vendor to create DefMA and standards. Maintain repository of approved and calibrated standards. Use the standards to ensure the accuracy and reliability of the X-Ray Fluorescence (XRF) equipment. Minimum Qualifications and Education Requirements ? To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. ? High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and three to five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. ? This position requires use of Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Export Administration Regulations (EAR), and Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC). ? Basic knowledge of Chemistry. ? Company will support candidate to obtain Waste Water Treatment Grade 2 certification.

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