Anodiser

Anodiser
Electroplating Specialist
Location: Coventry CV2
Pay Rate: £13.00 per hour
Job Type: Temp to Perm (12-week qualifying period)
Working Hours: Monday to Thursday 06:30 to 16:30

Empowered Personnel is currently seeking a skilled Anodiser with a solid background in electroplating and metal finishing. Our client is a respected manufacturer based in Coventry, known for delivering high-quality aluminium and metal components to the automotive, aerospace, architectural, and general manufacturing sectors. Due to business growth, they are expanding their anodising and electroplating team.

Key Responsibilities – Anodiser / Electroplating Technician:

1. Preparation & Pre-treatment:
   
   • Degrease, etch, and clean aluminium surfaces in preparation for the anodising process
   • Inspect components before electroplating to ensure surface quality
   • Use jigging and masking for selective anodising
   • Maintain chemical balance in cleaning and etching tanks
   
   
2. Anodising Process:
   
   • Set up and operate anodising tanks in line with production instructions
   • Monitor voltage, current, and timing for precision electroplating results
   • Control tank temperature and chemical parameters to ensure consistent anodising
   • Maintain throughput while ensuring electroplating quality
   
   
3. Colouring & Sealing (if applicable):
   
   • Carry out colouring using electrolytic dyes or pigmentation
   • Apply sealing methods to protect anodised surfaces
   
   
4. Inspection & Quality Control:
   
   • Conduct inspections on thickness, colour uniformity, and surface finish
   • Use micrometers and gauges to verify anodising standards
   • Log all quality control data and flag non-conformities
   
   
5. Maintenance & Health and Safety:
   
   • Conduct maintenance on anodising and electroplating machinery
   • Handle chemicals per COSHH regulations
   • Keep work areas clean and PPE compliant
   
   What Our Client Is Looking For:
   
   Essential:
   
   • Proven experience as an Anodiser in a metal finishing or electroplating environment
   • Strong understanding of electrochemical processes including anodising
   • Competent in reading technical drawings and following job specs
   • High attention to detail with ability to detect surface defects
   • Skilled in racking, jigging, and handling delicate parts
   
   Desirable:
   
   • Experience with hard coat, decorative, or sulphuric acid anodising
   • Familiarity with ISO 9001 or AS9100 standards
   • Knowledge of basic maintenance for anodising tanks and electroplating systems
   • Forklift or crane experience
   
   Working Conditions for the Anodiser / Electroplating Operator:
   
   • Frequent exposure to chemicals, vapours, and industrial noise (full PPE provided)
   • Physical work, including standing for long periods and manual handling
   • May involve rotating shifts (days, afternoons, nights, or weekends depending on business needs)
   
   Ready to bring your anodising and electroplating skills to a growing manufacturer? For further information, please call Empowered Personnel on (phone number removed) or email your cv to (url removed)