Precious Metal Plating Worker
ききんぞくめっきこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A technical job that plates gold, platinum, etc., on the surface of precious metal products using chemical and electrical processes to impart decorative properties and corrosion resistance.
Description
Precious metal platers handle the process of uniformly adhering precious metals such as gold, silver, and platinum to metal surfaces like jewelry and electronic components. First, as pre-treatment, they clean and etch the base material surface, then immerse it in a plating bath (chemicals or electrolyte) or apply current to perform plating. They manage temperature, current density, and bath composition to maintain film thickness, gloss, and adhesion, and conduct film thickness measurements and quality inspections. Post-treatment involves cleaning and drying, followed by finishing according to product specifications. Important tasks also include operating plating equipment, managing chemicals, complying with safety, health, and environmental regulations, and troubleshooting abnormalities.
Future Outlook
Demand for high-value-added plating in the jewelry and electronic components fields is steadily growing. As environmental regulations and R&D in high-function plating technologies advance, the value of skilled technicians is expected to increase.
Personality Traits
Dexterous with hands and good at detailed work / High concentration / Meticulous
Work Style
Career Path
Plating Operator → Leader → Process Engineer → Quality Control Staff → Manufacturing Manager
Required Skills
Chemical Handling / Electrolysis / Plating Equipment Operation / Pre- and Post-Processing / Quality Control (Film Thickness Measurement)
Recommended Skills
CAD/CAM Basics / Material Analysis / Metallurgy / Safety and Environmental Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because uniformity in film thickness and gloss directly affects quality. |
| Problem Solving | Because it is necessary to quickly identify causes of plating defects or abnormalities and take measures. |
Related Qualifications
- Metal Plating Technician
Aliases
- Precious Metal Plating Technician
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