Furnace Operator Stellant Systems

Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology; Williamsport (Lycoming County); On-site; USD 20,664 - 30,307; Full time

Job summary

Stellant Systems in Williamsport, PA is seeking a Furnace Operator to assemble electro‑mechanical components and perform precise furnace-related tasks under supervision. The role involves brazing, loading/heavy lifting, and logging work through computers and tickets.

Candidates should have a High School Diploma. Prior heat treatment experience is preferred, with strong mathematical, mechanical, and hand‑eye coordination skills essential for accurate, safe operation in a production environment.

Qualifications

• Able to perform mathematical calculations.
• Good mechanical aptitude and dexterity.
• High School Diploma required.

Responsibilities

• Perform brazing operations defined on furnace tickets.
• Document work into computer, on log sheets and on furnace tickets.
• Load and unload furnaces. Some assemblies with fixturing can weigh in excess of 40 pounds.
• Visually inspect furnaces including heating elements
• Seals
• Loading equipment
• Check for hydrogen leaks.
• Perform safety inspections on hoists.
• Periodically check furnace temperature with analytical devices (i.e. pyrometer).
• Work with other departments to identify and implement corrective actions related to brazing operations.
• Identify areas for improving own work.
• Maintain work area in clean / orderly manner.
• Maintain barcode accuracy at 100%
• Coordinate with previous shift on status of in-process activities
• Inform next shift of status of in-process activities including completion of status log (aka pass‑down instructions)
• Inspect/PM equipment as specified.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Math calculations

Mechanical aptitude

Hand‑eye coordination

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Job Title: Furnace Operator

Job Location: Williamsport, PA

Under general supervision, performs varied tasks to assemble electro-mechanical components of products. Performs precise assembly tasks on components requiring a high degree of hand‑to‑eye coordination.

Responsibilities

• Perform brazing operations defined on furnace tickets
• Document work into computer, on log sheets and on furnace tickets.
• Load and unload furnaces. Some assemblies with fixturing can weigh in excess of 40 pounds.
• Visually inspect furnaces including heating elements
• Seals
• Loading equipment
• Check for hydrogen leaks.
• Perform safety inspections on hoists.
• Periodically check furnace temperature with analytical devices (i.e. pyrometer).
• Work with other departments to identify and implement corrective actions related to brazing operations.
• Identify areas for improving own work.
• Maintain work area in clean / orderly manner.
• Maintain barcode accuracy at 100%
• Coordinate with previous shift on status of in-process activities
• Inform next shift of status of in-process activities including completion of status log (aka pass‑down instructions)
• Inspect/PM equipment as specified.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required
• Prior experience with heat treatments preferred.
• Able to perform mathematical calculations.
• Good mechanical aptitude and dexterity.

Stellant Systems is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local law.

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, the applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S. (e.g. Green Card holder), or a protected individual as defined by the International Traffic in Arm Regulations (ITAR).