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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.