Thermal Spray Operator & Post-Processing Tech

Bodycote; Hebron Estates (KY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Bodycote in Hebron, Kentucky, seeks a Utility Operator to perform essential duties in thermal spray processes under supervision. Tasks include masking, grit blasting, post-processing prep, and inspection to meet customer specs.

The role requires basic education, hand tool proficiency, and the ability to work in a heavy industrial environment with strong attention to detail and safety compliance.

Qualifications

• ITAR compliance required; US citizenship or permanent residency.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience using hand tools to perform manual processes preferred.
• Experience working in a production environment preferred.
• Demonstrated organization and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Complete steps of the thermal spray process including masking, grit blasting, deburring and grinding.
• Review job folder to verify areas of the part to be processed.
• Perform visual inspection of parts for defects.
• Use various hand tools to perform processing per work instructions.
• Record and sign off on data defined in the job folder.
• Report problems or damaged parts to Lead or Supervisor.
• Follow in-process inspection procedures to verify requirements.
• Assist supervisor in developing processes to improve operations.
• Maintain safety standards and PPE compliance.

Skills

ITAR compliance

Organizational skills

Documentation skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Bodycote in Hebron, Kentucky, seeks a Utility Operator to perform essential duties in thermal spray processes under supervision. Tasks include masking, grit blasting, post-processing prep, and inspection to meet customer specs.

The role requires basic education, hand tool proficiency, and the ability to work in a heavy industrial environment with strong attention to detail and safety compliance.