Chrome Plating Operations Manager

CHROME PLATING OPERATIONS MANAGER

Nicholasville, KENTUCKY

JOB REFERENCE ID: 26-00750

JOB TYPE: Direct Placement

LOCATION: Nicholasville, KENTUCKY

PAY RATE: $120000 - $150000

POST DATE: April 20, 2026

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REPORTS TO

Operations Manager

ROLE

Manage the overall chrome plating process, including chemicals, rack design and maintenance, equipment control, process, production, waste water and maintenance.

MINIMUM RESPONSIBILITIES

Analyze performance of the plating process and troubleshoot problems associated with it.

Manage process to achieve customer and/or company cost, quality, and delivery objectives.

Assign jobs to supervisors, team leaders; monitor performance.

Train supervisors, team leaders and/or team members, as appropriate.

Communicate specifications, blueprints, and job orders to supervisors, team leaders, and/or team members as appropriate.

Provide plating information for all new job quotes.

Ensure team members follow work instructions.

Establish and/or adjust work instructions to meet quality standards or engineering changes.

Make recommendations to improve production methods, equipment performance, cost savings, and quality of work.

Suggest changes in work conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency of plant floor, department or team members.

Analyze and solve problems.

Estimate, requisition, and inspect materials.

Work with other department managers to coordinate activities.

Communicate information between departments and shifts.

Report machine and equipment malfunctions or needed changes to equipment to maintenance team.

Interface with customers.

Assist in troubleshooting and root causing customer issues and rejections.

Assist in completion of CAR's and appropriate paperwork for customers.

Responsible for review of production and process shift reports.

Review of wet lab analysis and quality performance testing.

Assist in scrap reduction.

Ensure department follows through with material standards.

Enforce a safe work environment.

Must be actively involved in program launches.

Conduct housekeeping for personal work area and shared facility space.

Observe and comply with all federal, state, and local safety and environmental regulations associated with this job.

Aid in identifying training needs for supervisors, team leaders, and/or team members as appropriate.

Attend/participate in all scheduled training and educational programs identified for this position

SUPERVISORY

Interview candidates for positions in Plating Department. Train, plan, assign and direct work.

Directly supervise subordinates.

Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with company policies and procedures as well as applicable laws.

Assist/conduct appraisal of employee performance.

Address complaints and resolve problems.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment is moderately noisy; frequently same as outside weather conditions; wet and/or humid conditions; frequently work in high places; and exposure to airborne particles and fumes. Also, will be exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals and proximity to moving parts, and exposure to electrical shock.

Benefits

PEAK's benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Dependent Care Savings Account (DCA), and 401K plan. PEAK believes that taking care of our team is essential for success and we are proud to provide benefits that enhance both your well-being and your future. Additionally, our associates may be eligible for Paid Sick Leave as required by Federal, State, or local laws.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO)

PEAK Technical Staffing is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. PEAK does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business need. We encourage all individuals to apply.

Americans Disabilities Act (ADA)

The physical and mental requirements described in this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be able to perform the essential physical functions of the position, including sitting, standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, and lifting up to 25 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.