HIP Operator

Bodycote; Fountain Inn (SC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on retention bonus

Job summary

Bodycote is seeking a HIP Operator based in Fountain Inn, SC. The role supports equipment operation in the Control Room, including starting and monitoring units, sampling gas, and documenting deliveries to customers.

You will load parts, manage cycles, and maintain KPI records in a safety-sensitive environment. Candidates must pass a pre-employment drug screen, have a valid forklift certification, and be able to work full-time, including potential overtime and weekends.

Qualifications

• ITAR compliance requires US citizens or permanent residents.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Experience with heat treatment operation and/or water/wastewater management.
• Overtime or weekend shifts may be required.
• Forklift operator certification must be obtained and maintained.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor equipment in the Control Room.
• Start, monitor and document cycles; sample gas during cycles.
• Load/unload parts onto units; manage baskets, racks or containers.
• Create/correct Load Diagrams and update KPI Database.
• Perform gas analysis and manage reclaimed gas storage.
• Maintain temperatures/pressures with acceptable deltas; select thermocouples.
• Follow procedures, PPE use, and SHE rules; ensure safety.

Skills

Forklift operation

Equipment operation

Gas analysis

Data entry

Safety compliance

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

ITAR compliance (US citizen or PR)

Tools

KPI Database

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, including some of the best engineers, scientists, and technicians in the industry. Come join our team!

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

Bodycote offers the following benefits:

• paid holidays and paid time off
• 401k match
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision Plans for employees and families.

Candidates must pass a pre-employment drug screen and basic physical; have the ability to work full-time, 40+ hours per week. The hours for this position are {hours & days}.

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

Summary

Based in Fountain Inn SC, the HIP Operator works under the direction of the Production Mgr to perform critical functions related to equipment operation in the Control Room. Responsibilities include starting and monitoring units, sampling gas during cycles, and completing documentation for delivery to the end customer.

Essential Job Functions (Duties and Responsibilities):

The primary duties consist of, but are not limited to the following.

• Efficiently and carefully building and boxing of the cycle including loading/unloading customer parts onto, into or out of the units, baskets, tubs, racks or other containers as required.
• Independently operates, controls and monitors unit equipment as required and written in standard procedures on shop traveler and/or customer paperwork
• Operate the equipment in the Control Room.
• Creating/correcting Load Diagrams.
• Updating Key Performance Indicator (KPI) Database.
• Conduct gas analysis, using proper compressor usage, and when to save reclaimed gas and where to save it to.
• Temperature and pressure to run cycles at for optimal temperatures/pressures with the allowed deltas.
• Determine which thermocouples to disregard, where to place thermocouples for optimal temperature readings.
• What temperature to start venting cycles at, how large of a can/ring to use for loading parts.
• Follow the established work procedures and control measures (including the use of PPE where issued) and any applicable SHE rules.
• Respect all guards, barriers and permits at all times.
• Co-operate in health screening and surveillance procedures as required.
• Immediately brings any unusual problem, irregularity or concern to Supervisor or management.
• Ability to operate a forklift and crane.
• 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 Holder.
• Education: High School diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: Prior experience with heat treatment operation and/or drinking/waste water management.
• May be required to work overtime or any shifts, including weekends.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain forklift operator certification.

Physical & Mental Demands:

• Must be able to work in a standing position for extended periods of time in an industrial environment
• Manual dexterity to perform data entry functions
• 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

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 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.