Heat Treat Operator (Manufacturing)

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.

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