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Tevita Magalei

Lead Electroplater
Fort Worth,TX

Summary

Aerospace Electroplater professional skilled in many aspects of plating. Able to read and interpret technical documents and adjust process to meet critical demands. Willing to adapt to overcome any situation as well as driven with a strong work ethic. 12 years total experience in manufacturing and aerospace. Experienced in CNC as well as Plating(Cadmium, Zinc Nickel, Passivation, and Hard Chrome.)

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Electroplater

H&H Coatings
Fort Worth, TX
01.2016 - Current
  • Abrasive blast used to achieve strong adhesion.
  • Adhered to safety protocols, company procedures and OSHA regulations in areas of work to optimize performance, minimize downtime and protect team members.
  • Operate and maintain Zinc Nickel Line(AMS2417)
  • Operate and maintain Cadmium Line(AMS-QQ-P-416)
  • Operate and maintain Passivation Line(AMS2700)
  • Operate and maintain Chrome Line (Hard Chrome)(AMS-QQ-C-320)
  • Perform titrations to ensure bath runs at optimal level
  • Proficient in use of micrometers, calipers, gauge blocks
  • Proficient in Rack Plating
  • Trained in NADCAP procedures to ensure process runs to a high standard

Electroplater

Fitz Aerospace
North Richland Hills, TX
01.2015 - 11.2015
  • Implemented correct plating procedures based on materials used, desired plating levels and specifications laid out in work orders.
  • Hung parts and molds from cathode rods to immersed in plating solutions.
  • Controlled timing and order of immersion in coating solutions.
  • Immersed workpieces in coating solutions or liquid metal or plastic for specified times.
  • Performed routine maintenance to keep machines rectifiers unctioning properly and contacted supervisor when repairs were required.
  • Adhered to safety protocols, company procedures and OSHA regulations in areas of work to optimize performance, minimize downtime and protect team members.

CNC Machinist

Fitz Aerospace
North Richland Hills, TX
07.2011 - 01.2015
  • Maintained tight tolerances with design specifications.
  • Studied changing production and daily work orders to adjust offsets correctly.
  • Studied daily work instruction, sketches, drawings, blueprints and manuals to determine dimensions and tolerances accurately.
  • Ran heavy duty lathes, boring machines, mills, planers and grinders to craft products.
  • Operated micrometers, calipers, sunnen gauges.
  • Adhered to high level of safety by following company rules and regulations to prevent injuries.
  • Assessed equipment after each production run and performed preventive maintenance to keep machines running smoothly.

Education

High School Diploma -

Fossil Ridge High School
Keller, TX
05.2001 -

Skills

Electroplater

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Timeline

Lead Electroplater

H&H Coatings
01.2016 - Current

Electroplater

Fitz Aerospace
01.2015 - 11.2015

CNC Machinist

Fitz Aerospace
07.2011 - 01.2015

High School Diploma -

Fossil Ridge High School
05.2001 -
Tevita MagaleiLead Electroplater