Heat Treatment Operator

Job Overview

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Heat Treatment Operator to join our manufacturing team. This position is responsible for operating and monitoring heat treatment equipment, ensuring product quality, maintaining production efficiency, and supporting a safe work environment. The ideal candidate will have experience with heat treatment processes, quality inspection requirements, and manufacturing systems.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Operate heat treatment equipment and associated machinery in accordance with established safety procedures and work instructions.
• Set up equipment and verify process parameters prior to production runs.
• Monitor production processes to ensure compliance with quality standards, work orders, and customer requirements.
• Perform 100% inspection of parts as required and release conforming product for shipment.
• Package finished products according to established packaging instructions.
• Initiate corrective actions and communicate production issues when process disturbances occur to maintain continuous production.
• Prepare and stage materials to meet production schedules and customer requirements.
• Conduct production checks and verify compliance with quality assurance test plans.
• Accurately document production activities and inspection results utilizing ERP and CAQ systems.
• Follow all Quality, Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) policies and procedures.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to reduce scrap, rework, downtime, and customer complaints.

Qualifications and ExperienceRequired

• High school diploma or GED.
• Basic understanding of manufacturing processes and production environments.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions, quality specifications, and operating procedures.
• Knowledge of measurement and inspection techniques.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to safely lift, move, and handle materials as required.

Preferred

• CQI-9 certification or related heat treatment quality training.
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience operating heat treatment equipment.
• Experience with gas nitrocarburizing or similar heat treatment processes.
• Experience using ERP and/or CAQ systems.
• Experience with precision measuring instruments and quality inspection methods.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and perform repetitive tasks throughout the work shift.
• Ability to lift and move materials in accordance with company safety guidelines.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to heat, noise, and moving machinery.

Success Measures

• Consistent production of quality parts that meet customer and company specifications.
• Compliance with all safety and quality requirements.
• Achievement of production schedules and efficiency targets.
• Reduction of scrap, rework, and customer complaints.
• Maintenance of a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer: We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants.