Anodize Technician

Divergent is building the new industrial age. Every day, our teams design, manufacture, and assemble advanced systems for some of the world’s most demanding industries. Our integrated engineering and manufacturing platform transforms complex designs into production-ready solutions, helping customers move faster, build smarter, and deliver critical systems when they matter most. Divergent is a qualified Tier 1 supplier to global automotive OEMs and supports leading U.S. aerospace and defense companies. 

Join us and help push the boundaries of what can be built.

Shift Availability

M - F

Day Shift: 6:30am - 3pm

Night Shift: 2:30pm - 11pm

Purpose

The purpose of the Automated Anodize Line Technician is to ensure the reliable and efficient operation of a fully automated anodizing line, producing high-quality components while adhering to strict safety, environmental and quality standards.

The Role

As an Automated Anodize Line Production Technician, you will operate, monitor, and maintain the robotic anodizing line to ensure continuous and consistent production flow. You will rack and prepare parts, adjust machine settings, perform routine maintenance, and work closely with production, quality, and engineering teams to optimize processes, maintain high-quality output, and uphold a safe and compliant work environment. 

Production Operation & Monitoring 

• Operate automated robotic anodize line equipment to maintain steady and efficient production flow. 
• Track process parameters, system alerts, and equipment conditions to ensure proper operation and consistent quality. 
• Rack, stage, and handle parts accurately to achieve proper anodizing results. 
• Adjust machine settings and control interfaces based on production requirements. 
• Maintain organized, clean, and properly staged work areas around the anodizing line. 

Maintenance and Troubleshooting 

• Perform routine preventative maintenance on equipment to minimize downtime. 
• Identify issues and assist maintenance or engineering teams with advanced repairs and system improvements. 
• Support continuous improvement efforts to optimize throughput, reliability, and quality. 

Quality Assurance 

• Inspect anodized components to verify compliance with company, customer, and industry standards. 
• Document production data, inspection results, and process adjustments accurately. 
• Report quality deviations and support corrective actions to prevent recurrence. 

Safety and Compliance 

• Follow all Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) protocols and safe work practices. 
• Ensure proper chemical handling and adherence to anodizing and wastewater regulatory requirements. 

Basic Qualifications

• Ability to lawfully access information and technology that is subject to US export controls 
• High School diploma or equivalent 
• Minimum 1 year of anodizing, surface finishing, or related manufacturing experience. 
• Ability to operate and adjust automated or semi-automated production equipment 
• Ability to lift and carry up to 75 lbs. 
• Ability to stand for long periods and perform repetitive tasks. 

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with robotic automation or fully automated production lines. 
• 2+ years of anodizing, chemical processing, metal finishing, or similar industrial operations. 

Work Environment

• Hands-on production role with exposure to chemicals, humidity, water, varying temperatures, and ventilation systems. 
• Requires extended standing, repetitive motion, and regular lifting. 
• Work in proximity to automated and chemical processing equipment. 

Compensation

At Divergent, our pay range is based on the level of the job. 

• Technician 02 / T02: $31 - $39

Pay Range$31—$39 USD

What We Offer:

• Holistic Compensation Package: Enjoy a world-class compensation package that includes a competitive salary, equity plan, and discretionary results-based incentive bonus opportunities, ensuring you're truly valued for your contributions.
• Wellness and Time Off: Embrace a healthy lifestyle with paid vacation, sick time, and company holidays, including a year-end shutdown to recharge. We support growing families with paid parental leave, recognizing the importance of bonding time.
• Comprehensive Health and Wellness: Prioritize your well-being with our comprehensive health and wellness benefits, offering both HMO and Premium PPO options. Additionally, benefit from company-sponsored life insurance and short and long-term disability coverage for peace of mind.
• Investment in Growth: We're committed to your professional development. Take advantage of reimbursement opportunities for learning and development initiatives, empowering you to continuously expand your skill set and reach peak performance.
• Collaborative and High-Performing Environment: Join our collaborative, dynamic, and high-performing team within a fast-paced, mission-driven company. Together, we're disrupting the traditional manufacturing industry, fostering innovation, and integrating people and technology to reduce our footprint. 

Equal Employment Opportunity
Divergent is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected characteristic. Divergent provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.
EEO Poster 

In order to adjust to changes in our business, it may become necessary to add, remove or modify certain duties and responsibilities, or to reassign you to another job position. From time to time you may be asked to work on special projects or to assist with other work. Your cooperation and assistance in performing such additional work is expected. 
 
E-Verify: Right to Work
Our company participates in E-Verify. E-Verify is a program that electronically confirms a candidate’s eligibility to work in the United States after completing the Employment Eligibility Verification (Form I-9). The information provided on the Form I-9 is compared to the records contained in the Social Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security (DHS) databases. This helps employers verify the identity and employment eligibility of newly hired employees.
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Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO)
Pursuant to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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