Heat Treat Process Engineer – Vacuum & Aluminum

Dynamic-Metals; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Dynamic-Metals in Dayton, OH, seeks an experienced Heat Treat Technician to support manufacturing processes and improve existing products. You will handle oven operations, calibrations, and documentation while training new staff and ensuring safety and quality standards.

The role requires knowledge of heat treatment of metal alloys (preferably vacuum annealing and aluminum) and auditing procedures, along with AS9100 compliance.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills (oral and written).
• Minimum 3 years of experience with heat treatment of metal alloys, preferably vacuum annealing and aluminum heat treatment.
• Experience with audit preparation, execution, and closure.
• Detail oriented.
• Ability to stand and operate machinery for long shifts.
• Ability to create “recipes” for new products conforming to required specifications.
• Self-motivation and time management with minimal supervision.
• Versatility in a wide range of manufacturing operations.
• AS9100 quality compliance understanding and commitment.
• Pyrometry certification (AMS 2750).
• Experience with performing or reviewing SAT/TUSs.
• High School diploma or equivalent or engineering exposure preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain Heat Treat department functions and certifications.
• Create fixed process work Instructions (WIs) and submit for customer approval.
• Retain all documentation per QMS.
• Train new staff on heat treat ovens and processes.
• Operate Heat Treat ovens and select proper programs per material specs.
• Verify initial product quality checks and complete processing.
• Update work orders and inspection sheets after tasks.
• Use measuring tools per routers and blueprints.
• Prepare parts for inspection.
• Lift and move parts as required; demonstrate safety.
• Prepare for audits and close audit findings.
• Maintain equipment and clean work area.
• Assist other departments as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Heat treatment experience

Audit readiness

Detail oriented

Self-motivated

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

AMS 2750 Pyrometry Certification

AS9100 Quality awareness

Job description

Dynamic-Metals in Dayton, OH, seeks an experienced Heat Treat Technician to support manufacturing processes and improve existing products. You will handle oven operations, calibrations, and documentation while training new staff and ensuring safety and quality standards.

The role requires knowledge of heat treatment of metal alloys (preferably vacuum annealing and aluminum) and auditing procedures, along with AS9100 compliance.