Operator-Coating

What makes us strong Our employees in 50 countries worldwide – all working with passion to enable high-tech applications with our strong metals: tungsten and molybdenum.

Our CERATIZIT sites in India are key production and sales locations — offering precision tools and services for the automotive, aerospace, electronics and engineering sectors, with a strong focus on innovation and sustainability.

Join a highly motivated team in India, where local expertise meets the global knowledge and values of the Plansee Group.

Tasks & Responsibilities

• Operate PVD coating machines and associated equipment as per approved process parameters and work instructions.
• Perform loading and unloading of cutting tools, fixtures, and coating batches while ensuring proper handling and product protection.
• Prepare tools for coating operations through cleaning, fixture mounting, masking, and batch preparation activities.
• Monitor coating process parameters including vacuum levels, temperature, pressure, gas flow, and cycle times to ensure process compliance.
• Conduct pre-coating and post-coating inspections to verify coating quality and adherence to specifications.
• Maintain accurate production records, coating logs, inspection reports, and batch traceability documentation.
• Perform routine machine cleaning, chamber cleaning, fixture maintenance, and Autonomous Maintenance (AM) activities as per TPM requirements.
• Report coating defects, equipment abnormalities, process deviations, or safety concerns to the supervisor and support corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, environmental, and 5S standards while supporting productivity and continuous improvement initiatives.
  
  

Profile & Requirements

• ITI in Fitter, Turner, Machinist, Tool & Die Maker, Mechanical Trades, or equivalent qualification.
• Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Production Engineering, Metallurgy, or a related discipline will be an added advantage.
• 1-3 years of experience in coating operations, vacuum technology, heat treatment, or precision manufacturing environments.
• Basic knowledge of PVD coating processes used in cutting tools manufacturing.
• Understanding of vacuum systems, coating equipment, fixtures, and batch processing operations.
• Ability to read and understand work instructions, process sheets, inspection requirements, and production documentation.
  
  

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work with advanced CNC cutting tool manufacturing technologies.
• Exposure to international quality standards and world-class manufacturing practices.
• Attractive compensation and benefits package based on experience and qualifications.
• Long-term growth opportunities within a technology-driven manufacturing organization.
  
  

Vijaya Kumar | Recruiting Team | [HIDDEN TEXT]

CERATIZIT India Pvt. Ltd