Heat Treat Furnace Operator

Job Description

Come be a part of a GROWING organization that has been in business for over 200 years!

Heat Treat Furnace Operator - Must be available to train on weekday day shift for approximately 60 days.

Shift: 12 hour shifts: Weekend Days (6A-6P) or Weekend Nights (6P-6A) (36 hours one week, 48 hours the following week).

Our benefits include:

Starting wage up to $29.27/hour (including shift, production and attendance incentive)

Up to $8 pay increase at completion of training program.

Free employee medical, dental, and vision insurance @ 30 days

Employee referral ($2,000)

New hire incentive ($2,000)

40 hours of vacation @ 90 days & 40 more @ 1 year

Company match 401k @ 30 days

$150 Boot reimbursement

Company paid uniforms

Essential Responsibilities:

Operator Responsibilities

Operate furnace and run assigned production: Perform operating role when machine is in regular production, perform startup and shutdown per work instructions. Furnace must be utilized 100% all the time.

Complete Batch Checks: Perform each required batch check per part/job being run. Fill out orange nonconforming tag and place into nonconforming if batch check is found to be out of specification.

Perform Documented SPC Checks: Perform all checks at beginning of each tub, record all data from the process sheet into the WinSpc quality system.

Complete labor and quantities reporting in ERP system: Clock in and out of labor system to record start and ending information as well as quantities completed. Weigh up each tub when finished and print require product identification and put in completed tubs.

Complete Daily Shift Requirements: Complete tasks assigned per Daily Shift Requirement work instruction for proper daily maintenance and machine upkeep. Make sure the centrifuge system (Post Wash) always maintains the proper operating flow rate.

Complete required communication logs: Fill out required documentation to share any pertinent information that future shifts need to know for better future operations.

Complete needed material handling for self and others: In the absences of, and in addition to, the material handler each operator is responsible for obtaining, staging, loading, and moving all needed tubs for a continuous operation.

Furnace Changeover and Troubleshooting Responsibilities

Perform furnace diagnostics to troubleshoot stoppage for immediate repair: When furnace/machines stop operating find root cause, repair and return them back to operating condition.

Perform general maintenance to working areas to ensure furnace uptime: Tighten, repair, or replace furnace/machine components when found to be out of tolerance. Refer to manuals for startup/shut down when necessary. This can be done by observing malfunctions and reviewing furnace/machine during downtimes and cleaning periods.

Report maintenance issues found: Notify leads, managers, or maintenance immediately of malfunctions found that need to be repaired beyond the operator’s comfort level.

Perform part changeovers as needed: Utilizing the furnace schedules, complete required recipe changes as needed within the operators certified skill level.

Ensure 1st Piece Approvals are completed: Complete portion of checks required and ensure quality completion of the 1st piece prior to continual operations and resuming furnace operator responsibilities.

Annual shut down over Christmas and New Year’s: Must be willing to work the annual shut down during Christmas and New Year’s.

Furnace Setup Responsibilities

Troubleshoot individual Furnace problems: Work with manager, lead, or shift personnel to solve problems beyond their certified skill level to minimize downtime and maximize productivity.

Identify upcoming part changes and coordinate changeovers based on resources available: Review production schedule with area lead and managers to pre-plan changeovers to minimize total downtime and maintain an efficient and continual production most effectively.

Position Requirements

Experience:

Previous manufacturing experience preferred

Education:

High school diploma or GED required

Required Skills/Competencies:

Demonstrates a positive attitude and strong, dedicate work ethic.

Effective communication skills

Ability to work well in a team environment.

Ability to read blueprints and gaging instruments (calipers/micrometers)

Competent in basic math skills (add, subtract, multiply, divide simple geometry)

Ability to anticipate actions needed and quickly adapt to change

Shows basic mechanical aptitude

General computer skills

Good work history and extremely good attendance – dependable

Good hand-eye coordination

Must be able to obtain licensure and willing to operate a forklift.

Cleanliness and detail oriented

Good safety practices

Must be willing to work other positions

Ability to work in warmer/humid temperature areas

Physical Requirements:

Remaining in a stationary position, often standing, or sitting for prolonged periods. The employee is regularly required to sit, talk, or hear; frequently required to climb stairs, use repetitive hand motion, and to stand, walk, reach, bend, stoop or lift up to 50 pounds.

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.Company Description

Altenloh, Brinck & Co. US, Inc. manufactures and distributes engineered fasteners under the SPAX® brand for the construction market, TRUFAST® for the commercial roofing industry and TRUFAST Walls® for exterior building envelopes and facades. Heat Treat Furnace Operators will operate furnace and run assigned production, responsible for furnace changeovers, troubleshooting, and setup.

Full-time