Company Description

PSM International develops and manufactures precision fastening solutions for applications where space is limited, tolerances are tight, and component performance is critical. Founded in the British Midlands in 1931 as Precision Screw Manufacturing, the company has a long history of innovation and is known for pioneering fastening technologies such as Anchor® Rivet Bush, Mold-Form™, and Tri-Step®. PSM International has a solid global presence across Asia-Pacific, Europe, and North America, serving customers in automotive (including NEV), automotive electronics, high-tech and mobile devices, medical technology, appliances, energy, industrial applications, and other sectors.

Now part of the Bulten Group, PSM combines its fastening expertise with Bulten’s global manufacturing capabilities and engineering resources. The company focuses on working closely with customers to solve complex fastening challenges through both standard components and application-specific designs.

Role Description The Manager - Plating supports the Chemist function by delivering the role outputs and cross-functional coordination described in this . The position contributes to the relevant business and operating processes through the following primary mandate: Ensure stable and consistent plating processes by monitoring and controlling all critical process parameters.

- Ensure stable and consistent plating processes by monitoring and controlling all critical process parameters.
- Optimize plating bath chemistry through regular chemical analysis, additions, and troubleshooting to achieve consistent coating quality.
- Monitor zinc, nickel, passivation, and pre-treatment processes to meet customer and specification requirements.
- Achieve targeted production yield by minimizing defects, rework,



and chemical process variations.
- Analyze plating defects such as poor adhesion, blistering, burning, pitting, discoloration, and corrosion failures, and implement effective corrective actions.
- Train and develop operators and laboratory personnel on chemical handling, process controls, safety practices, and quality standards.
- Conduct periodic Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment (HIRA) and ensure compliance with EHS regulations and safe chemical handling practices.
- Manage laboratory operations, including procurement of chemicals, consumables, testing equipment, and calibration activities.
- Verify inward chemical test reports, Certificates of Analysis (COA), and supplier quality documents before material approval.
- Monitor chemical consumption, optimize dosing, and implement initiatives to reduce chemical costs and process waste.
- Drive continuous improvement through CAPA, Poka-Yoke, Kaizen, Lean Manufacturing, and Root Cause Analysis to improve process capability and productivity.
- Ensure compliance with customer specifications, ISO 9001, IATF 16949, environmental regulations, and wastewater treatment requirements.
- Prepare process performance reports, bath analysis records, quality trend analysis, and management MIS for review.

- Coordinate with Production, Quality, Maintenance, Purchase, and Process Engineering teams to ensure uninterrupted plating operations and on-time customer delivery.

Qualifications

- Industry experience: Hands-on experience in Zinc Plating, Nickel Plating, Passivation, Surface Treatment, Electroplating, and Automotive Component Manufacturing.
- Educational requirement: B.E./B.Tech in Chemical Engineering / M.Sc. Chemistry.
- Required experience: 10 - 13 years.
- Environmental & Safety Compliance, Laboratory Management

📌 Manager - Plating (Chennai)
🏢 PSM INTERNATIONAL
📍 Chennai