Heat Treat Operator - 3rd Shift

Snap-on; Murphy (NC); On-site; USD 28,240 - 33,406; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k + match

Health/Dental/Vision

Teladoc

AD&D Insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Legal plan

Employee discount

Paid vacation

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Snap-on is seeking a Heat Treat Operator to set up, operate, and monitor heat‑treating equipment to harden, quench, temper, anneal and carburize metal parts. You will ensure parts meet hardness and durability specs while upholding safety and quality standards.

The 3rd shift is Sunday–Thursday, 9:30 pm–5:30 am, with mandatory overtime as required, and a collaborative, safety‑minded team environment in a leading manufacturing company.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Heat treating experience and knowledge of materials and heat-treating methods.
• Extreme safety conscious and timely reporting of needs and issues.
• Technical school courses, mechanical hobbies, or similar experience are a plus.
• Strong mechanical or technical aptitude; enjoys working with tools and equipment.
• Willingness to learn and follow detailed instructions.
• Basic math skills (fractions, decimals, measurements).
• Good problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
• Commitment to quality, safety, and maintaining an orderly workspace.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs as needed.
• Ability to stand, bend, reach, and perform repetitive tasks for extended periods.
• Ability to wear required PPE (safety glasses, gloves and safety shoes, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Operate all heat‑treat furnaces and equipment.
• Maintain accurate records of heat treatments.
• Follow work instructions, standard operating procedures, and safety guidelines.
• Communicate production or equipment issues verbally or in writing to supervisors and team members, including cross‑shift operators.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Perform basic routine machine maintenance as trained.
• Assist with continuous improvement and lean manufacturing efforts as skills develop.
• Memorize and execute emergency containment and or shutdown procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Safety consciousness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Heat-treat furnaces

Job description

Who We Are

People know Snap‑on for the quality of our products, but we know that it is the passion and character of our people that make our company a global leader. With our diverse talents and deep pride in the Snap‑on family of brands, we drive innovation and create value. We work hard together. We grow together. We are one Snap‑on team.

Come join us!

Machinist

Snap‑on Benefits Include

• 401(k) + match
• Health, Dental & Vision
• Teladoc
• AD&D Insurance
• Company provided life Insurance plus additional life insurance available
• Disability Insurance
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• MetLife Legal Plan
• Employee Discount Program
• Paid Vacation Time
• Tuition Reimbursement

Heat Treat Operator Overview

The Heat Treat Operator is responsible for setting up, operating, and monitoring heat‑treating equipment used to perform operations such as hardening, quenching, tempering, annealing and carburizing metal parts. This role ensures components meet required hardness, strength, and durability specifications while maintaining safety, quality, and production standards.

Hourly Rate

$20.50 – $24.25

3rd Shift Available

Sunday – Thursday, 9:30 pm – 5:30 am

Must be available to work mandatory overtime

Employees must be able to work overtime when required.

Responsibilities

• Operate all heat‑treat furnaces and equipment.
• Maintain accurate records of heat treatments.
• Follow work instructions, standard operating procedures, and safety guidelines.
• Communicate production or equipment issues verbally or in writing to supervisors and team members, including cross‑shift operators.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Perform basic routine machine maintenance as trained.
• Assist with continuous improvement and lean manufacturing efforts as skills develop.
• Memorize and execute emergency containment and or shutdown procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Heat treating experience and knowledge of materials and heat‑treating methods.
• Extreme safety conscious and timely reporting of needs and issues.
• Technical school courses, mechanical hobbies, or similar experience are a plus.
• Strong mechanical or technical aptitude; enjoys working with tools and equipment.
• Willingness to learn and follow detailed instructions.
• Basic math skills (fractions, decimals, measurements).
• Good problem‑solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
• Commitment to quality, safety, and maintaining an orderly workspace.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs as needed.
• Ability to stand, bend, reach, and perform repetitive tasks for extended periods.
• Ability to wear required PPE (safety glasses, gloves and safety shoes, etc.).

Snap‑on is a drug‑free work environment and welcomes all qualified candidates to apply.

Snap‑on is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran.