HIP Operator

Bodycote; London (OH); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

401k match

Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans

$1,500 sign-on retention bonus

Job summary

A leading thermal processing services provider in London, OH is seeking a HIP Operator for multiple shifts. This role involves efficiently operating equipment, maintaining safety standards, and producing high-quality results. Candidates must have a high school diploma, basic machine operation knowledge, and the ability to work effectively in an industrial environment. The position offers a $1,500 sign-on retention bonus and various benefits including paid holidays and 401k matching.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Resident Card Holder required.
• Must satisfy ITAR compliance requirements.
• Basic knowledge of machine operator equipment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Load/unload customer parts efficiently in the Control Room.
• Operate and monitor equipment per standard procedures.
• Conduct gas analysis and manage thermocouples.

Skills

Machine operation

Forklift operation

Safety practices

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Crane

Job description

HIP Operator - 1st Shift, 2nd shift and 3rd shift

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 paid holidays and paid time off, as well as 401k match, Medical, Dental, and 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.

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

Summary

Based in London, OH. the HIP Operator works under the direction of the Production Supervisor 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)

• 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: Basic Knowledge of machine operator equipment.
• 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.