Finishing Operator - 3rd Shift

ThermTech - Heat Treating Specialists; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Finishing Operator to join their operations team. In this role, you will be responsible for preparing parts for heat treatment, performing essential cleaning operations, and ensuring quality control throughout the process. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, possess a safety-focused mindset, and exhibit strong communication and organizational skills. This position offers opportunities for skill development and growth within a supportive team atmosphere. If you are self-motivated and eager to learn, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Benefits

Health and dental coverage

Short-term and long-term disability insurance

Employer matched 401(k)

Educational reimbursement

On-site health care services

8 paid holidays

Paid Vacation

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Forklift certification required.

Responsibilities

• Mask parts and prepare loads for heat treatment.
• Perform final cleaning and packaging of parts.
• Inspect parts for damage and ensure quality.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Basic math knowledge

English reading proficiency

Safety-focused mindset

Excellent written & verbal communication skills

Excellent time management

Attention to detail

Organized

Adaptability

Self-motivated

Able to work collaboratively

Willingness to learn & take direction

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Job description

We are committed to hiring top talent into our operations teams to deliver world-class services. We look for self-motivated and goal-oriented people eager to learn our trade and be a part of our growing team. We value individuals who are problem solvers, team workers and maintain a bright, positive attitude. If you like a fast-paced work environment to learn lifelong skills, we will welcome your application.

Position Location: 211 Travis Ln, Waukesha, WI 53189

Position Hours: FULLTIME 3rd Shift: 10:00 PM - 6:30 AM (Monday - Friday)

Position Wage: Hourly rate dependent on experience. Starting at $20.34 per hour (13% shift differential included).

Company Benefits:

• Health and dental coverage
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Employer matched 401(k)
• Educational reimbursement
• On-site health care, health coaching, psychiatric care, chiropractor, massage, & acupuncture services
• 8 paid holidays
• Paid Vacation (begins accruing from day 1)

For more information, please visit our website: www.thermtech.net

Job Description:

The Finishing Operator is responsible for performing several critical peripheral support operations on both the front & back end of heat treat processing. In order to prepare parts for processing, the finishing operator performs no-carb masking, lot ID etching, & load makeup. After heat treatment, the finishing operator performs blast cleaning operations as well as final packaging.

Principle Duties & Responsibilities:

• Mask parts with no-carb masking paints to retard the carburization/hardening process in designated areas as specified by product prints and/or provided visual guides
• Set up furnace loads by counting out specific quantities of parts per provided order instructions
• Etch parts with order information in designated areas to provide heat treat lot traceability. This may be performed before or after heat treat processing depending on specification.
• Place parts into heat treat alloy fixtures & prepare loads for running in furnace, ensuring that load count & part configuration is correct prior to loading
• Assist in breaking down furnace loads after processing
• Perform final cleaning operations using either spinner/hanger, tumble, or table blast equipment as required by order instructions
• Perform final counts on orders as parts are cleaned & packaged, verifying any associated part ID markings (lot#, heat code, part#, etc.) to ensure that order quantities match the customer PO requirements
• Place parts back in customer packaging according to customer specifications
• Inspect all parts as they are handled for any types of damage - this is performed on both the front & back end of processing
• Advanced operators of this position will assist in final inspection functions at the request of shift supervisors
• Ensure plant organization & cleanliness
  

Minimum Requirements:

All hires are contingent upon a 9-panel hair follicle drug test & background check.

Education: High school diploma or equivalent preferred

• Acquire/maintain forklift certification

Experience: Prior factory work preferred

Hard Skills:

• Basic computer skills
• Basic math knowledge
• English reading proficiency
• Safety-focused mindset
• Proficient physical shape- able to lift 25 lbs. regularly

Soft Skills:

• Excellent written & verbal communication skills
• Excellent time management
• Attention to detail
• Organized
• Adaptability
• Self-motivated
• Able to work collaboratively with others
• Willingness to learn & take direction