HT Operator L1

Relyans Max.; Lapeer (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Relyans Max. is seeking an Heat Treat Operator – Level One to run and support heat treatment processes with a focus on safety and accuracy.

You will move materials using forklifts, load/unload systems, and manage SAP inventory while ensuring documentation is complete and compliant with specifications. The role requires following defined procedures, supporting continuous improvement, and smooth shift transitions.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions and technical documents.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts and pallet jacks to move materials.
• Load and unload skids in staging areas and at system entry/exit points.
• Set loader and regulate material flow to ensure proper loading rates.
• Start, interrupt, and complete SAP production jobs and track stock.
• Print and use stock status sheets and container sheets as needed.
• Maintain accurate data on order, heat number, and job sheets.
• Follow safety and process procedures and support shift handoffs.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Reading instructions

Basic math

Punctuality

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift certification (upon hire)

Job description

Heat Treat Operator – Level 1

Grade: 5

Reports to: Production Supervisor, Heat Treat Department: Manufacturing

Classification: Hourly Division: Heat Treatment

Date: 2/11/2026 Approved: HR Director, Operations

JOB SUMMARY:

The Heat Treat Operator – Level One is responsible for operating and supporting heat treatment processes with a focus on safety, efficiency, and accuracy. This role involves the movement of materials using forklifts and other equipment, loading and unloading systems, managing inventory in SAP, pulling and staging stock, and maintaining accurate documentation. The operator will follow defined procedures to meet customer and internal specifications while supporting continuous improvement and smooth shift transitions.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Material Handling & Forklift Operation

• Operate forklifts and pallet jacks to transport raw materials, in-process parts, and finished goods within the department.
• Load and unload skids in staging areas, storage locations, and at system entry/exit points.
• Perform visual inspections to verify part count and tag accuracy.
• Maintain organized, safe, and clearly labeled staging areas.
• Support shift transitions by ensuring next shift has appropriate stock available.

Loading System Operation:

• Set and adjust loader settings including lift height and weight calibration.
• Regulate silo-to-canal vibration to maintain appropriate material flow rate.
• Adjust bars inside the silo to ensure efficient product movement.
• Monitor and modify canal vibration settings to maintain proper loading rates.

Unloading System Operation:

• Set and monitor target weights for heat-treated products.
• Use precision scales to obtain and verify reference weights for each part.
• Execute the skid certification process according to standards.
• Understand and follow protocols regarding skid usage, including why re-use is prohibited.

SAP Inventory & Job Tracking:

• Start, interrupt, and complete production jobs in SAP.
• Consume skids and manage stock through system transactions.
• Print and utilize stock status and initial container sheets as required.
• Follow procedural document WID-HT-0021-US for guidance.

Stock Pulling and Material Staging:

• Identify correct storage locations and pull material accordingly.
• Print stock status sheets for jobs in progress or upcoming.
• Locate and retrieve stock within the Heat Treatment area.
• Stack skids safely and accurately in staging areas and return locations.
• Ensure materials for the next shift are pulled and ready for use.

Data Collection and Documentation:

• Recognize and comply with specific customer requirements.
• Understand and apply the heat treat specifications for different orders.
• Accurately record critical data points including order number, report number, and heat number.
• Complete all data collection sheets thoroughly and legibly.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Always working in a safe manner, understanding safety and quality are priority.
• Fill out any required paperwork.
• Use of computer systems.
• Performs other duties as necessary in support of business objectives.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

• Physically able to lift, bend, stoop, climb, and reach.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to become forklift certified upon hire (previous certification preferred).
• Comfortable working in a heat-intensive industrial environment with proper PPE.
• Basic mathematic skills to include the use of decimals and fractions.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Punctual, reliable, and team oriented.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions and technical documents.

ENVIRONMENTAL EXPOSURES:

• Noise – Laboratory machines.
• Chemicals, oils, acids, sprays, coolants and solvents.
• Noise – heavy machinery – if in plant.
• Noise – vibratory bowls and air feed systems – if in plant.
• Responsible for complying with regulations and standards covered under MISOSHA as well as not damaging, moving, interfering or removed any safety related item that is provided.

ENVIRONMENTAL COMMITMENT & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support and comply with the organization’s Environmental Management System (EMS) in accordance with ISO 14001 standards.
• Perform job duties in a manner that minimizes environmental impact, including responsible use of energy, chemicals, water, and materials.
• Follow all environmental procedures, work instructions, and regulatory requirements applicable to the role.
• Promptly report environmental risks, spills, nonconformances, or improvement opportunities to leadership.
• Participate in environmental training and continuous improvement initiatives that enhance environmental performance.
• Follow established procedures for proper handling, storage, and disposal of scrap, chemicals, wastewater, and regulated materials.
• Support spill prevention, containment, and response practices.
• Operate equipment in accordance with environmental and safety requirements.
• Contribute to initiatives that reduce landfill, improve recycling, and improve resource efficiency.