Heat Treater

Vulcan Tools; Hingham (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Paid time off

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Job summary

Vulcan Tools in Hingham, MA is seeking a skilled Heat Treater to join our manufacturing team. This hands-on role focuses on precision in heat treatment to achieve required hardness and metallurgical properties.

You will operate furnaces and tempering ovens, follow specs, test parts with hardness equipment, log production data, and uphold safety protocols in a high-temperature environment. We value reliability, teamwork, and pride in quality metalwork; benefits include 401(k), health and dental

Qualifications

• Experience in heat treatment or metal hardening in manufacturing.
• Ability to read and interpret work orders, blueprints, and process specs.
• Experience with hardness testing methods (Rockwell/Brinell) is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality control.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor heat treating equipment (furnaces, quench tanks, tempering ovens).
• Follow heat treatment specs to achieve required hardness and metallurgical properties.
• Inspect and test treated parts using hardness testing equipment to verify quality.
• Load/unload parts, fixtures, and baskets safely and efficiently.
• Maintain production logs, batch records, and process documentation.
• Perform routine equipment maintenance and report malfunctions.
• Adhere to safety protocols when handling high-temperature equipment and hazardous materials.

Skills

Heat treating

Blueprint reading

Hardness testing

Detail oriented

Team player

Tools

Rockwell hardness tester

Furnaces / quench tanks

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance

About the Role:

Vulcan Tools in Hingham, MA is looking for a skilled Heat Treater to join our manufacturing team. This is a hands-on role at the heart of our production process, where precision and craftsmanship make all the difference. If you take pride in quality metalwork and want to be part of a team that builds tools people rely on, we want to hear from you.

Responsibilities:

• Operate and monitor heat treating equipment including furnaces, quench tanks, and tempering ovens
• Follow heat treatment specifications and process parameters to achieve required material hardness and metallurgical properties
• Inspect and test treated parts using hardness testing equipment to verify quality standards
• Load and unload parts, fixtures, and baskets safely and efficiently
• Maintain accurate production logs, batch records, and process documentation
• Perform routine equipment maintenance and report any malfunctions or irregularities
• Adhere to all safety protocols when handling high-temperature equipment and hazardous materials

Requirements:

• Prior experience in heat treating, metal hardening, or a related manufacturing environment preferred
• Familiarity with heat treatment processes such as annealing, quenching, tempering, and case hardening
• Ability to read and interpret work orders, blueprints, and process specifications
• Experience with hardness testing methods (Rockwell, Brinell) is a plus
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality control
• Ability to work in a high-heat industrial environment and stand for extended periods
• Reliable, safety-conscious, and a strong team player

About Us:

Vulcan Tools has built a reputation for manufacturing high-quality, dependable tools that professionals trust on the job every day. Based in Hingham, MA, we combine time-tested craftsmanship with modern manufacturing techniques to deliver products that stand the test of time. Our team is passionate about what they build, and we foster a workplace culture where skilled tradespeople are valued, supported, and set up for long-term success.