Set up, operate, or tend plating or coating machines to coat metal or plastic products with chromium, zinc, copper, cadmium, nickel, or other metal to protect or decorate surfaces. Includes electrolytic processes.

Education: These occupations usually require a high school certificate or diploma.

Expereince: Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is usually needed. For example, a teller would benefit from experience working directly with the public.

Training: Employees in these occupations need anywhere from a few months to one year of working with experienced employees. A recognized apprenticeship program may be associated with these occupations.

• Plater, Line Operator, Coater Operator, Machine Operator, Anodizer, Anodizing Line Operator, Chrome Plater, Coater Associate, Electro Plater, Hard Chrome Plater