Precision Heat-Treat Operator: Annealing (1st Shift)

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East is seeking a Heat Treat / Annealing Operator for a first shift position in Rockford, IL. The role involves operating heat treat and annealing furnaces, loading/unloading parts, and ensuring quality throughout processing.

Candidates should have manufacturing experience, strong attention to detail, and a safety-focused mindset. The shift runs Monday to Friday, 3:00 PM–11:30 PM, with a pay rate of $19.55 per hour.

Qualifications

• Previous manufacturing or industrial experience preferred.
• Heat treat, annealing, furnace operation, or machine operation experience is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work.
• Good mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• A strong commitment to workplace safety.

Responsibilities

• Operating heat treat and annealing furnaces and related equipment
• Loading and unloading parts and materials according to production requirements
• Monitoring furnace temperatures, cycles, and processing times
• Inspecting parts before and after processing to ensure quality standards are met
• Completing production and process documentation accurately
• Maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work area

Skills

Heat treat

Annealing

Furnace operation

Machine operation

Detail-oriented

Job description

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East is seeking a Heat Treat / Annealing Operator for a first shift position in Rockford, IL. The role involves operating heat treat and annealing furnaces, loading/unloading parts, and ensuring quality throughout processing.

Candidates should have manufacturing experience, strong attention to detail, and a safety-focused mindset. The shift runs Monday to Friday, 3:00 PM–11:30 PM, with a pay rate of $19.55 per hour.