Machine Tender/Loader – 2nd Shift

Bodycote; Hebron Estates (KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Bodycote in Hebron, Kentucky is seeking a Utility Operator to support thermal spray operations under supervision. You will assist in masking, grit blasting, post-processing, and quality checks to meet customer specifications and ensure safe, compliant production.

Responsibilities include tool operation, data documentation, and collaboration with the production team. The role requires standing for extended periods and adherence to PPE and safety standards in an industrial setting.

Qualifications

• ITAR compliance requirement (U.S. citizen or permanent resident).
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience using hand tools and working in a production environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process execution of thermal spray steps including masking, grit blasting, deburring, and grinding with hand tools.
• Review work orders to verify areas for processing (masked, post-processed, or grit blasted).
• Perform visual inspections and follow in-process procedures to meet requirements.
• Operate tools per work instructions and job folders.
• Document and sign off on data in the job folder.
• Report issues to Lead or Supervisor and assist in process improvements.
• Adhere to EHS policies and environmental, health, and safety standards.
• Protect customer inventory and conduct duties with professional conduct.
• Perform other tasks as assigned.

Skills

Organization & documentation

Hand tool usage

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

About Bodycote

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!

Our Hebron location primarily supports the Aerospace and Land-Based Power Generation markets, developing advanced engineered thermal spray coating solutions and providing Best-in-Class support to our worldwide customer base.

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

Position Summary

Based in Hebron, Kentucky, the Utility Operator performs essential job functions associated with thermal spray processes under the direction of the Production Supervisor to meet customer specifications, including assisting other employees as needed.

The Utility Operator performs duties in any production department and will be cross-trained in:

• Post-processing operations on customer parts after the coating operation

• Grit blasting parts prior to coating

• Masking parts to cover areas that will not receive thermal spray coating

Essential Job Functions & Responsibilities

Primary duties consist of, but are not limited to:

• Process Execution: Complete steps of the thermal spray process including masking, grit blasting, deburring, and grinding using various hand tools.

• Work Order Review: Review job folders to verify specific areas of parts to be processed (masked, post-processed, or grit blasted).

• Quality & Inspection:

  • Perform visual inspection of parts for defects.

  • Follow in-process inspection procedures as needed to verify current operations meet customer and job folder requirements.

• Tool Operation: Perform appropriate processing per work instructions and job folders using various hand tools.

• Documentation & Tracking: Record and sign off on all applicable data defined in the job folder.

• Reporting: Report all problems, job folder inaccuracies, damaged parts, and/or post-processing material issues to the Lead or Supervisor.

• Continuous Improvement: Assist the supervisor in developing processes to improve operations.

• EHS Compliance: Observe all Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) Policy requirements:

  • Keep work area neat and orderly at all times.

  • Wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

  • Dispose of waste per safety standards.

• Customer Inventory Care: Perform duties in a safe and responsible manner to protect customer inventory from loss or damage.

• Professional Conduct: Report for work on time, follow directions, interact effectively with co-workers, understand and follow rules and procedures, and accept constructive criticism.

• General: Perform other tasks as assigned or dictated by the position.

Qualifications & Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• ITAR Compliance: Must satisfy ITAR compliance requirements (must be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident Card Holder).

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.

• Experience:

  • Experience using hand tools to perform manual processes (preferred).

  • Experience working in a production environment (preferred).

• Skills: Demonstrated organization and documentation skills.

Physical & Mental Demands

• Position & Movement: Ability to work in a standing position for extended periods in an industrial environment. Ability to bend, pull, stoop, and reach.

• Manual Dexterity: Steady hands and high attention to detail to perform manual masking, grit/sand blasting, and post-processing operations.

• Lifting: Ability to lift up to 35 lbs.

• Work Environment: May be exposed to heat, fumes, noise, humidity, and related industrial conditions.

• Cognitive & Communication: Mental capacity to perform essential job functions. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing. Visual acuity to read documents, computer screens, and files. Ability to hear in person and via phone.

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