Heat Treat Operator

United States
Full Time
Student (High School)
Position Summary
Steel Forgings Inc. (SFI) is a leading manufacturer of custom butt weld fittings for the oil and gas industry. The Heat Treat Operator is responsible for performing heat treatment processes on metal products to achieve desired physical properties, operating furnaces and related equipment, monitoring process parameters, and ensuring all tasks meet technical specifications and safety standards. 

Essential Job Functions & Responsibilities
  • Operate and Monitor Equipment: Load and unload furnaces with fittings for heat treatment and operate associated equipment, including forklifts and cranes. Adjust controls and monitor temperature, timing, and atmosphere to ensure processes meet specifications, performing operations such as hardening, tempering, normalizing, etc.
  • Read job travelers and comply with heat treat instructions for each order. Record processing parameters, equipment settings, and production data for quality control and compliance. Notify the Plant Supervisor of non-conforming parts.
  • Maintenance & Safety: Perform routine inspections and maintenance on furnaces and related equipment. Adhere to company safety policies and procedures, including wearing personal protective equipment (PPE) and handling high-temperature materials safely. Maintain a clean and organized work area.
  • General Duties: Perform other assigned duties within the plant as requested. 
Required Knowledge, Skills, & Qualifications
  • Prior experience operating heat treatment or industrial furnaces is preferred. Must be detail-oriented and possess problem-solving abilities to identify and resolve process deviations.
  • Knowledge of heat treatment processes and temperature controls, metallurgy, and material properties.
  • Certifications: Must be able to operate a forklift.
Physical Demands & Work Environment:
  • Frequent movement including walking, standing, bending, stooping, lifting (up to 50 pounds), climbing, and other active movements.
  • Environment: The role involves working in temperature zones that may include hot environments for extended periods and environments where dust is present.
Benefits
  • Competitive compensation.
  • Monthly, Summer and Annual bonus programs based on performance.
  • Health insurance.
  • Dental insurance.
  • Vision and Supplemental insurance.
  • 401k Retirement plan.
  • Profit Sharing plan.
  • Paid time off.
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