Heat Treat Operator

Job Description

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Set up and operate equipment, such as furnaces, Quench, photo eyes, flame-hardening machines, and electronic induction machines that harden, anneal, and heat-treat metal.

Determine types and temperatures of quenching media needed to attain specified part hardness, toughness, and ductility, using heat-treating charts and knowledge of methods, equipment, and metals.

Reading and understanding gauges, dials, or other indicators to ensure equipment is properly running.

Adherence to API and quality standards

Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.

Participation in level 1 maintenance, preventative maintenance, and 5S

Entering and validating data manually as well as using a computer

Adherence to corporate policies, procedures, practices and specifications.

Adherence to department policies, procedures, practices and specifications.

Adherence to OSHA safety standards, and departmental Lock out Tag out policies

Operate overhead, and floor crane

Operate forklift and scissor lift

Work in confined spaces for equipment maintenance

Perform all other tasks assigned

Report all discrepancies to department supervisor

EXPERIENCE, SKILLS, AND KNOWLEDGE:

Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner

Gathers and analyzes information skillfully

Develops alternative solutions

Works well in group problem solving situations

Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics

Observes safety and security procedures

Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines

Reports potentially unsafe conditions

Uses equipment and materials properly

Must be able to lift maximum 40lbs

Read, write, and communicate clearly in the English language

Willing to work rotating 8-12 hour shifts, weekends, and holidays

Basic math skills

Computer skills

Work in outside environment conditions

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND CERTIFICATIONS:

High School Diploma

CRITICAL COMPETENCIES & CAPABILITIES:

Directable, Teamwork, Adaptability, Accountability, Reliability/dependability, Initiative

Safety awareness, Ability to receive and provide constructive feedback, Pride in performance, Continuous Improvement/Quality, Communication, Positive responses to change, High attention to detail.

Full-time