Plating Polisher
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A profession that applies chemical and electrical plating to metal parts and performs polishing and finishing.
Description
Plating polishers are specialists who apply plating to metal parts using chemical methods or electrolysis, then smooth the surfaces mechanically with buff polishing, grinding, and similar processes. They perform pretreatment such as degreasing and cleaning, operate plating tanks while managing solution concentration, temperature, and pH. After measuring plating thickness and confirming uniformity, they use polishing machines and abrasives to adjust product gloss and dimensional accuracy. Handling chemicals and organic solvents requires strict safety management and environmental regulation compliance.
Future Outlook
With strengthening environmental regulations and advances in automation, demand for skilled workers with advanced surface treatment technologies is expected to persist.
Personality Traits
Dexterous hands and skilled at fine work / Meticulous / Patient
Work Style
Career Path
Apprentice Assistant → Plating and Polishing Operator → Line Leader → Quality Control Staff → Production Control → Technical Instructor
Required Skills
Buff Polishing / Measuring Instrument Operation / Plating Solution Preparation / Plating Tank Management / Pretreatment (Degreasing and Cleaning)
Recommended Skills
Automated Plating Equipment Operation / CAD Drawing Interpretation / English Technical Document Reading / Quality Control Techniques (QC)
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | High attention to detail is needed for thin film thickness control and polishing finish precision. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Required due to long hours of standing work and handling heavy parts. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Mostly routine tasks; does not require strong idea generation. |
Related Qualifications
- Metal Plating Technician (Grades 1–3)
- Organic Solvent Work Supervisor
- Surface Treatment Skills Certification
Aliases
- Electroplater
- Metal Polisher
- Plater
- Polisher
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