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Furnace Operator - 1st Shift

Company:
ThermTech
Location:
Waukesha, WI
Posted:
May 14, 2025
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Description:

Position Description

We are committed to hiring top talent into our operations teams to deliver world-class services. We look for self-motivated and goal-oriented people eager to learn our trade and be a part of our growing team. We value individuals who are problem solvers, team workers and maintain a bright, positive attitude. If you like a fast-paced work environment to learn lifelong skills, we welcome your completed application.

Position Location: 303 Travis Ln, Waukesha, WI 53189

Position Hours: FULLTIME 1st Shift: 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM Monday - Friday

Position Wage: Hourly rate dependent on experience. Starting at $20 per hour.

Company Benefits:

Health and dental coverage

Short-term and long-term disability insurance

Employer matched 401(k)

Educational reimbursement

On-site health care, health coaching, psychiatric care, chiropractor, massage, & acupuncture services

8 paid holidays

Paid Vacation which begins accruing from day 1

For more information, please visit our website:

Job Description:

The IQ Furnace Operator is responsible for ensuring the safe & efficient operation of all Allcase cell equipment. Properly scheduling work to be done, inspecting, loading, unloading, programing & monitoring furnaces will be the focus for this role. Promptly reporting any concerns to the shift foreman will be crucial.

Principle Duties & Responsibilities:

Operator will be responsible for the following set up & monitoring

o Temperature controller

o Over-temperature controller

o Chart recorders

o Furnace thermo-couples

o Proper gas flows including the following

o Natural gas

o Endothermic gas

o Nitrogen gas

o Ammonia gas

Oil temperature monitoring – cooling / heating / levels

Agitation monitoring

Proper loading & racking of parts to minimize distortion

Understand tempering guidelines based off of actual AQ hardness readings

Learn start up, loading & shut down procedures for each piece of equipment in cell

Operator will be responsible for overseeing the operations of the generator including the following at a minimum

o Startup/shut down procedure

o Daily monitoring of retort temperature & dewpoint

Operations of cryo-genic boxes including the following

o Loading/unloading

o Temperature controller settings

o Startup/shut down

Determine proper inspection location for AQ testing per

o ASTM E-18 Rockwell hardness testing

o ASTM E-10 Brinell hardness testing

o ASTM A 956 Leeb hardness testing

Understand Tagging & Transfer Procedure

Safe & efficient operations of all production equipment

Prioritize processing based on schedule

Perform inspection using correct methods

Document & report any maintenance issues to shift foreman

Ensure plant organization & cleanliness

Minimum Requirements:

All hires are contingent upon a 9-panel hair follicle drug test & background check.

Education: High school diploma or equivalent preferred

Acquire/maintain forklift certification

Experience: prior factory work preferred

Hard Skills:

Basic computer skills

Basic math knowledge

Proficient physical shape- able to lift 25 lbs. regularly

English reading proficiency

Safety-focused mindset

Soft Skills:

Excellent written & verbal communication skills

Excellent time management

Attention to detail

Organized

Adaptability

Self-motivated

Able to work collaboratively with others

Willingness to learn & take direction

Type: Full-time

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