Heat Treat Operator

SIFCO Industries; Orange (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Long-term disability

401(k) plan with company match

Job summary

SIFCO Industries in Orange, California is seeking a skilled individual to operate QAF’s thermal processing equipment including heat treat furnaces and quench tanks. Responsibilities include monitoring processes, performing hardness and conductivity checks, and ensuring quality standards are met.

The ideal candidate will have at least 1 year of experience in thermal processing and possess good communication skills. A competitive compensation and benefits package is offered, including medical, dental, life insurance, and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience in thermal processing of metals, aluminum a plus.
• Ability to perform basic math functions and read standard inspection measuring devices.
• Forging industry experience a plus.

Skills

Thermal processing of metals

Basic math functions

Forklift experience

Good communication skills

Tools

Hardness and conductivity reading tools

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

Primary responsibility is to operate QAF’s thermal processing equipment including heat treat and ageing furnaces, quench tanks, data recording devices, hardness and conductivity measuring tools, and forklifts.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Thermal Processing
  • Set furnace temperatures per work order instructions
  • Monitor heat up time and soak times ensuring adherence to work order instructions
  • Rack parts as needed to optimize load size, adhering to acceptable part handling processes
  • Load furnaces for optimal efficiency while maintaining part traceability
  • Determine end of cycle times and shut down cycles and remove parts accordingly
  • Perform the quench process when applicable and per work order instructions
  • Immediately report over or under runs, out of temps, and any other non-conformances to quality
• Hardness & Conductivity Readings
  • Perform hardness checks when required by the work order per testing procedures
  • Perform conductivity readings when required by the work order per testing procedures
  • Record results for hardness and conductivity per the requirements of QAF documentation
  • Report non-conformances as required per QAF SOPs

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum 1 year experience in thermal processing of metals, aluminum a plus
• Ability to perform basic math functions and read standard inspection measuring devices
• Forging industry experience a plus

SPECIAL SKILLS AND REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to learn to use and become certified in hardness and conductivity reading tools
• Experience using a forklift and to pass QAF’s certification course
• Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems
• Good communication skills with all levels of a manufacturing organization

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read, analyze and interpret work orders, procedures, and specifications in English.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, use hands and fingers, handle or feel and reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to walk, climb, or balance. The employee is occasionally required to sit and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds and frequently lift up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and vibration. Heat from open furnace doors, and noise level in the work environment that are moderate. The role requires a presence on the shop floor a minimum of 90% to be effective.

We believe a workforce with diverse backgrounds and skills helps us realize our full potential. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we take affirmative action to ensure that minorities, females, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are introduced into our workforce and given opportunities to grow.

Applicants must be “U.S. Persons” as identified by ITAR (Permanent Residents or U.S. Citizens).

SIFCO Forge has a very competitive compensation and benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, and a 401(k) plan with an exceptional company match.