Heat Treat & Annealing Operator — 1st Shift ($17/hr)

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East in Rockford is seeking a dependable Heat Treat / Annealing Operator for 1st shift (Mon-Fri 6:30 AM-3:00 PM). The role focuses on operating heat treat and annealing furnaces, loading parts, monitoring cycles, and maintaining a clean, safe work area.

Ideal candidates have manufacturing experience, good mechanical aptitude, and a strong safety mindset. This position offers a steady daytime schedule and the opportunity to contribute to quality

Qualifications

• Previous manufacturing or industrial experience preferred.
• Heat treat, annealing, furnace operation, or machine operation experience is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work.
• Good mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• A strong commitment to workplace safety.
• Dependable attendance and a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Operating heat treat and annealing furnaces and related equipment.
• Loading and unloading parts and materials according to production requirements.
• Monitoring furnace temperatures, cycles, and processing times.
• Inspecting parts before and after processing to ensure quality standards are met.
• Completing production and process documentation accurately.
• Maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work area.

Skills

Attention to detail

Safety-conscious

Dependable

Manual dexterity

Following instructions

Tools

Heat treat equipment

Furnace operation

Annealing furnace

Machine operation

Job description

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East in Rockford is seeking a dependable Heat Treat / Annealing Operator for 1st shift (Mon-Fri 6:30 AM-3:00 PM). The role focuses on operating heat treat and annealing furnaces, loading parts, monitoring cycles, and maintaining a clean, safe work area.

Ideal candidates have manufacturing experience, good mechanical aptitude, and a strong safety mindset. This position offers a steady daytime schedule and the opportunity to contribute to quality