Plating Shop Technician / Electroplating Technician - 1529

Matchtech

📍 southampton, england, United-Kingdom

Full-time Other Posted June 12, 2026

Job Description

Plating Shop Technician / Electroplating Technician - 1529

12‑Month Contract

Southampton (onsite)

£24.64ph, UMB, inside IR35

SC, can start on BPSS

UKEO

Role Purpose

To carry out metal finishing and electroplating processes safely and accurately, ensuring coated components meet quality, thickness, and appearance specifications while complying with environmental and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

Plating Operations

  • Prepare components for plating (cleaning, degreasing, rinsing, masking)
  • Set up and operate plating tanks (e.g. zinc, nickel, chrome, copper, silver & gold)
  • Monitor bath chemistry, temperature, voltage, and current
  • Load and unload parts using racks, jigs, or barrels
  • Carry out post‑plating processes such as passivation, drying, and inspection

Quality Control