Job Description

Job Vacancy - Zinc Electroplating Specialist

Location:

Sharjah, UAE

We are hiring a

Zinc Electroplating Specialist

with strong hands-on experience to run the electroplating process and maintain consistent in-process quality. The role focuses on stable thickness results, strong adhesion, low defect rates, and clear daily documentation.

Key Responsibilities

Operate and control the full

zinc electroplating line

: degreasing/cleaning, rinsing, pickling/activation, plating, final rinsing, passivation (if applicable), and drying. Set and maintain bath/process parameters to ensure stability:

current/voltage, current density, plating time, temperature, pH, chemical concentrations, agitation, filtration

. Ensure proper surface preparation and part readiness to prevent recurring defects. Measure and control

coating thickness (microns)

and record inspection results for each batch. Troubleshoot and eliminate defects (e.g., burning, thickness variation, peeling, roughness, stains, unplated areas) and implement corrective/preventive actions. Maintain daily process logs and quick quality reports: operating parameters, thickness readings, defect rate, rejection reasons, rework tracking. Train technicians/operators on best practices (especially rinsing discipline, racking/hanging methods, and surface preparation). Follow strict

safety and chemical handling

practices, ensuring proper PPE and ventilation requirements are met. Coordinate with production and quality teams to meet customer specifications and acceptance criteria.
Requirements

Proven hands-on experience in

Zinc Electroplating (Electroplating)

and managing plating baths. Strong knowledge of bath chemistry and control methods: pH, concentration control, temperature control, filtration, agitation, anodes/cathodes. Experience in inspection and quality control:

thickness measurement

, visual checks, adhesion evaluation, clear acceptance/rejection decisions. Ability to identify root causes and reduce defects and rework. Strong daily documentation discipline and process monitoring habits. High commitment to safety in handling acids and chemicals. Preference for candidates experienced with SOP-based manufacturing environments and in-process quality control.
Skills

Practical, fast problem-solving on the shop floor. Ability to lead and train the team through process control (without an "Manager" job title). Strong attention to detail, consistency, and reporting.
Job Type: Full-time