Plating Supervisor in Toronto

TTM Technologies, Inc. is a leading global manufacturer of technology products, including mission systems, radio frequency ("RF") components, RF microwave/microelectronic assemblies, and technologically advanced printed circuit boards ("PCB"s).

A Plating Supervisor - Afternoon Shift is responsible for overseeing the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of the plating department during the afternoon shift, including processes such as etching, stripping, copper plating, and electroless copper processing of PCB panels. This role provides direct supervision to plating employees, ensures production targets are achieved, monitors product flow, and supports quality, safety, and operational excellence within the department.

The Plating Supervisor is accountable for coordinating shift activities, assigning work, troubleshooting operational issues, ensuring adherence to standard operating procedures, and maintaining a safe work environment while employees handle chemical processes and high-speed pressure equipment. This role works closely with Process Engineers, Quality, Maintenance, and Production teams to ensure customer specifications, output expectations, and regulatory requirements are consistently met.

This position is also responsible for reinforcing employee accountability, supporting team development, and promoting continuous improvement across the shift.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Supervise and coordinate afternoon shift operations within the plating department, including etching, stripping, copper plating, and electroless copper processing.
• Lead, direct, and support plating department employees to ensure daily production targets, quality standards, and customer requirements are met or exceeded.
• Monitor workflow dispatch and adjust labor priorities as required in response to production schedules, hot jobs, and customer requirements.
• Ensure chemical processing equipment is operating within established parameters and that process controls are maintained throughout the shift.
• Verify employees are correctly loading racks and processing panels in plating tanks while ensuring proper bath temperature, current, and handling procedures are followed.
• Review blueprints, traveler documents, and work instructions to ensure products are processed according to customer specifications and that prior operations have been completed accurately.
• Immediately identify, escalate, and address quality issues involving panels, process equipment, or chemical baths with Process Engineers, Quality, and management as appropriate.
• Assist Process Engineers with chemical process evaluations, troubleshooting, and implementation of process improvements.
• Support and oversee preventative maintenance activities on chemical processing equipment and coordinate maintenance requirements as needed.
• Ensure accurate completion of all internal departmental documentation, shift records, production reporting, and compliance-related records.
• Enforce all safety measures related to chemical handling, hazardous waste, PPE usage, mixing, storage, and disposal of chemicals.
• Conduct shift start-up communication, employee assignments, and ongoing floor supervision to ensure productivity and accountability throughout the shift.
• Train, coach, and develop employees on job duties, safe work practices, quality expectations, and standard operating procedures.
• Promote a positive team environment focused on safety, quality, productivity, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Participate in employee performance management, including attendance follow-up, coaching, disciplinary discussions, and performance feedback in accordance with company policies.
• Ensure proper shift handoff communication with other supervisors and management regarding production status, equipment concerns, staffing issues, and quality matters.
• Support department staffing needs, including onboarding, cross-training, and skills development of team members.
• Maintain housekeeping standards and ensure the work area remains clean, organized, and audit-ready.
• Use all required Personal Protective Equipment.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Essential Knowledge and Skills:

Thorough knowledge of plating processes and safety protocols.