PROCESS CONTROLLER

STS Metals Inc; Irwindale (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental & Vision coverage

401(k) with company contribution

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

STS Metals in Irwindale, CA is seeking a Process Control & Quality Assurance specialist to witness forging and thermal processing, verify conformity to instructions, and report deviations. You will support root cause investigations and NADCAP compliance, while maintaining audit-ready documentation.

Responsibilities include setting furnace temperatures, monitoring cycles, performing TUS/SAT, coordinating maintenance, and liaising with QA, Production Planning, and Manufacturing teams.

Qualifications

• Must have basic math and computer skills.
• Must be able to communicate (verbally and written) with managers and coworkers.
• Must maintain quality practices and safety standards.
• Must be forklift operations and safety certified (or be able/willing to be certified within 60 days).
• Must be able to work overtime as required.
• Ability to analyze and interpret technical information such as furnace set temperatures, soak times, pyrometer instrumentation readings, etc.
• Must be bilingual (English/Spanish)

Responsibilities

• Witness forging and thermal processing operations as on-floor Quality representative.
• Verify adherence to process instructions including temperatures, times, sequences, and setups.
• Immediately report process deviations or anomalies to the Quality and Production teams.
• Support root cause investigations and corrective actions for nonconforming products.
• Set and monitor furnace temperatures, soak times, and heat treatment cycles.
• Operate and maintain temperature recording systems (chart and digital recorders).
• Perform and document Temperature Uniformity Surveys (TUS) and System Accuracy Tests (SAT).
• Coordinate furnace maintenance and preventative maintenance activities.
• Act as liaison between Quality Assurance, Production Planning, and Manufacturing teams.
• Participate in NADCAP compliance efforts and maintain audit-ready documentation.
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives to reduce scrap and non-conformances.
• Follow safety guidelines and uphold company core values.

Skills

Basic math

Computer skills

Communication skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: IRWINDALE, CA 91706, Salary Range: $25.00 - $30.00 Hourly, STS Metals is a unified organization composed of five businesses working together to deliver high-quality titanium, stainless and alloy steel and nickel products. We proudly serve the aerospace, medical, industrial, and space industries with a commitment to innovation, manufacturing excellence, and superior customer service.

Process Control & Quality Assurance

• Serve as the on-floor representative for Quality, witnessing all forging and thermal processing operations.
• Verify adherence to process instructions including temperatures, times, sequences, and setups.
• Immediately report process deviations or anomalies to the Quality and Production teams.
• Support and participate in root cause investigations and corrective actions for nonconforming products.

Heat Treat & Thermal Process Oversight

• Set and monitor furnace temperatures, soak times, and heat treatment cycles.
• Operate and maintain temperature recording systems (chart recorders, digital recorders, etc.).
• Perform and document Temperature Uniformity Surveys (TUS) and System Accuracy Tests (SAT).
• Support furnace maintenance, calibration, and preventative maintenance coordination.

Communication & Teamwork

• Act as a key liaison between Quality Assurance, Production Planning, and Manufacturing teams.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives, including bi-monthly hot inspection reviews and NCR discussions.
• Communicate effectively with Maintenance for equipment upkeep and repair needs.

Compliance & Continuous Improvement

• Contribute to NADCAP compliance efforts related to heat treat and process control.
• Maintain rigorous documentation to support audits and certifications.
• Assist in process improvement initiatives to reduce scrap, rework, and non-conformances.

Safety & Core Values

• Follow all safety guidelines and protocols in manufacturing environments.
• Uphold STS Metals’ core values and promote a collaborative team environment.

We offer benefits designed to support you at work and at home:

• Medical: Choice of Kaiser or Anthem, with the company covering a generous portion of the employee contribution on the base plan, plus the option to choose from multiple plan levels
• Dental & Vision: Company-sponsored coverage, including a base dental plan with buy-up options and vision coverage
• Retirement: 401(k) with up to a 6% company contribution
• Wellness: Monthly wellness program with opportunities to participate and earn monthly raffle prizes
• Education: Tuition reimbursement to support continued learning and career development
• Time Off: Paid holidays, 2 floating holidays, vacation, and sick time
• Stability & Support: Year-round operation, clear expectations, and leadership and HR support

Qualifications: Required Education, Qualifications & Skills

• Minimum High School diploma or GED equivalent
• Must have basic math and computer skills.
• Must be able to communicate (verbally and written) with managers and coworkers.
• Must maintain quality practices and safety standards.
• Must be forklift operations and safety certified (or be able/willing to be certified within 60 days).
• Must be able to work overtime as required.
• Ability to analyze and interpret technical information such as furnace set temperatures, soak times, pyrometer instrumentation readings, etc.
• Must be bilingual (English/Spanish)

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.