Heat Treater

Bodycote; Vernon (CO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Bodycote is seeking a Heat Treating Technician based in Vernon, CA. The role involves loading and unloading furnaces, monitoring heat treating equipment, and ensuring customer specifications are met under supervision. The position is safety-sensitive and requires adherence to strict procedures.

Level C/B/A indicates progression from entry to senior levels with 0–24 months up to 3–5 years of experience. Benefits include typical manufacturing perks and potential bonuses.

Qualifications

• ITAR compliance requires U.S. Citizens or Permanent Residents.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must have working knowledge of metallurgy and temperatures.
• May be required to work overtime or any shift, including weekends.
• Must obtain and maintain forklift operation certification.
• Must read, write and communicate in English.

Responsibilities

• Loads and unloads furnaces, bins, fixtures, etc. to prepare work for processing.
• Report unusual problems or irregularities to the supervisor.
• Follow safety practices and maintain good housekeeping.
• Perform duties as assigned by position.
• Care for customer inventory and prevent loss or damage.
• Report to work on time and follow directions; interact with coworkers.

Skills

Heat treating

Furnace operation

Safety procedures

English communication

Overtime shifts

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Our people are the heart of our business. As the world’s largest provider of thermal processing services, Bodycote employs thousands of highly skilled staff around the globe, some of the best engineers, scientists, and technicians in the industry. Come join our team!

Due to the nature of our business and a heavy industrial market, Bodycote deems this position to be safety-sensitive.

Position Summary

Based in Vernon, CA the Heat Treater will perform essential job functions associated with heat treatment under the direction of the Production Supervisor to meet customer specifications including assisting other employees as needed.

Skills

We are looking for a talented and motivated individual to join our team as a Heat Treating Technician. Depending on your skills and experience, this role may be filled at one of the following levels:

Level C: Entry Level: 0 to 24 months of heat treating experience.

• Assists with operations, control, and monitoring of heat treating and related equipment as required and written in procedures on shop traveler and/or customer paperwork.

Level B: Mid-Level: 2 to 3 years of experience in heat treating.

• Operates, controls, and monitors heat treating equipment as required and written in procedures on shop traveler and/or customer paperwork.

Level A: Senior-Level: 3 to 5 years of experience and a deep understanding of heat treating.

• Independently operates, controls, and monitors heat treating equipment as required and written in procedures on shop traveler and/or customer paperwork.

Essential Job Functions (Duties And Responsibilities)

• Prepares work for processing; loads and unloads furnaces, bins, fixtures, baskets, etc.
• Brings any unusual problems or irregularities to the attention of the supervisor.
• Practices and promotes safety and good housekeeping.
• Performs other tasks as assigned or dictated by position.
• This position is responsible for the care and treatment of our customer’s inventory and, as such, will perform duties in a safe and responsible manner to prevent customer loss or damage.
• Must have the ability to report for work on time, follow directions, interact effectively with co-workers, understand and follow rules and procedures, and accept constructive criticism.

Qualifications

• This position must satisfy ITAR compliance requirements, therefore candidates must be U.S. Citizens or Permanent Resident Card Holders.
• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must have working knowledge of metallurgy, temperatures, etc.
• May be required to work overtime or any shift, including weekends.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain forklift operation certification.
• Must demonstrate the ability to read, write, and communicate in English.
• The required shift is 4:00pm-4:30pm, Tuesday - Wednesday rotating weeks (every other week off).

Physical & Mental Demands

The following physical and mental demands consist of, but are not limited to the following.

• Must be able to work in a standing position for extended periods of time in an industrial environment.
• Ability to bend, pull, stoop and reach to perform functions
• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs.
• May be exposed to heat, fumes, noise, and humidity, etc.
• Must have the cognitive and mental capacity to perform essential job functions
• Must be able to communicate effectively orally and in writing
• Visual acuity to read documents, computer screens, files, etc.
• Ability to hear in person and via phone

Pay & Benefits Information

The hourly pay range for this position is $22.00 - $25.00per hour. Starting pay is determined based on experience, skills, and qualifications. This position is classified as non-exempt and is eligible for overtime pay in accordance with state and federal law.

This role is eligible for additional compensation, including shift differential, etc., if applicable.

Benefits include employee and family medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage; company paid life and disability; HSA/FSA options; 401(k) with company match; paid time off and paid holidays; and an Employee Assistance Program. Benefits eligibility begins on day 61 of employment.

This position is eligible for a $1,500 sign-on retention bonus!

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and levels of the work performed by employees, but are not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, the job description does not constitute a written or implied contract for employment. Bodycote reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.

Bodycote has a longstanding commitment to provide a safe, quality-oriented, and productive work environment and for these reasons, all applicants in the United States who receive a conditional offer of employment must undergo a drug screen before employment begins.

Bodycote is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against current and prospective employees based on race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age for individuals over forty years of age, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state and local laws.

Our services are a vital part of many manufacturing processes. We make metal stronger, more durable, and more corrosion resistant. Servicing local and international clients from highly accredited facilities our experience and expertise ensures we deliver to the quality and reliability demanded by the markets we serve and the products we deliver.