Heat Treater / Furnace Operator - 2nd Shift

Aalberts Ht; Saginaw (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Aaalberts HT in Michigan seeks a Furnace Operator responsible for operating equipment to meet daily production needs. You will set up machines, verify furnace settings, and monitor performance to ensure output meets quality standards.

The role requires basic maintenance know-how, ability to read routers, maintain logs, and follow safety rules including OSHA guidelines. Proficiency with cranes, forklifts, and power tools is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED plus 1 year of furnace or heat-treating experience
• Knowledge of furnace maintenance and repair methods
• Familiarity with cranes, forklifts and power tools is a plus
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook)
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with staff, vendors, contractors and public
• Organized and detail-oriented with strong accuracy; able to multi-task
• Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines
• High integrity; handle confidential information

Responsibilities

• Set up and prepare machines according to daily production schedules
• Prepare equipment and ensure furnace settings are accurate
• Monitor shift operation of machinery, adjusting settings as necessary
• Load and unload setups, breakdowns, and operating equipment
• Operate related equipment, such as cranes, forklifts, and power tools when required
• Follow router directions along with initial and date all pertinent information required
• Maintain accurate logs and monitor equipment to ensure it is producing the proper output
• Perform housekeeping duties to ensure a safe and clean workplace
• Use personal protective equipment as required by the job, including safety vest, gloves, and eye protection
• Perform duties safely, observe OSHA, MTI and SDS standards; ensure safe operation of equipment
• Report all accidents to supervisor immediately
• Coordinate with outside machine shops for fixtures and special machining
• Collaborate with manufacturers, internal department, and support staff to achieve company goals
• Perform similar or related work as required and abide by directions from supervisors

Skills

Excellent communication

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Integrity

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description

SUMMARY:

The Furnace Operator is directly responsible to operate equipment necessary to perform requirements of the furnace.

Requirements

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for set up and prepare machines according to daily production schedules
• Prepare equipment and ensure furnace settings are accurate
• Monitor shift operation of machinery, adjusting settings as necessary
• Load and unload setups, breakdowns, and operating equipment
• Operate related equipment, such as cranes, forklifts, and power tools when required
• Follow router directions along with initial and date all pertinent information required
• Maintain accurate logs and monitor equipment to ensure it is producing the proper output
• Perform housekeeping duties to ensure a safe and clean workplace
• Use personal protective equipment as required by the job, including but not limited to the wearing of safety vest, gloves, and eye protection
• Perform duties safely, responsibly, and proficiently, observing and complying with all safety and health rules (OSHA, MTI, and SDS Standards), including safe operation of all equipment
• Reports all accidents to supervisor immediately
• Co-ordinate with outside machine shops any necessary fixtures and special machining
• Collaborate with manufacturers, internal department, and support staff to accomplish both team and company goals
• Performs similar or related work as required, directed or as situation dictates and shall exercise any additional powers that are or may be legally conferred upon the position by the Supervisor, Business Unit Director, or President.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIRED/PREFERRED SKILLS:

• High school diploma/GED or equivalent supplemented by one years' experience in furnace or heat-treating operations
• Reasonable knowledge of work methods, practices and procedures involved in a variety of furnace maintenance and repair activities
• Familiarity with operation of cranes, forklifts, and power tools a plus
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office software to include Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and Outlook required
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with other staff, vendors, contractors, and the general public
• Organized and detail-oriented with strong level of accuracy and the ability to multi-task
• Ability to prioritize and adhere to strict deadlines
• High level of integrity; ability to handle confidential information