Hi-Tek Manufacturing is searching for an experienced Heat Treater Furnace Operator -1^st shift who wishes to advance his or her career in advanced manufacturing technology by executing a higher level of workmanship. Hi-Tek offers competitive wages and a full benefit package which includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long-term disability, 9 paid holidays per year, paid vacation time, 401K plan with company match, HSA & Flex Spending programs, supplemental health plans, and more! Hi-Tek offers a clean, climate-controlled environment and we believe in quality and safety above all else.

**1^st shift - 7:00am-3:30pm Mon-Fri *OT may be required as needed

Hi-Tek is a Drug-Free Workplace and conducts pre-employment drug and background screening and random drug screening.

Essential Duties and Tasks

Reporting to the Shift Supervisor and Braze / Heat Treat Engineer, the operator is responsible for following all policies and procedures associated with the various parts and equipment that he or she will be trained and certified to run. In addition, operators load/unload parts to fulfil production demands, inspect parts using various precision measuring tools, accept or reject parts, and communicate any changes, both verbally and in writing

• Maintain working knowledge of thermocouples, proper placement, and application techniques
• Verifies conformance of finished parts, through hardness testing and visual inspection of braze joints
• Maintain working knowledge of proper temperature, vacuum, cooling rates, and working zones within the furnace
• Keep detailed records of thermocouple placement, key points of cycle, and dewpoint of quenching gasses
• Perform Daily inspections of furnace chamber, shielding and heating elements, tooling cleanliness, and proper oil levels
• Perform Alloy application to customer parts using nickel-based alloys
• Perform various checks, including, but not limited to, SAT probe checks, leak rate checks, and burnouts
• Set-up and operate machines, load/unload parts, and communicate changes and results (in writing and verbally) while adhering to a strict time schedule
• Maintains safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations
• Maintains equipment by adhering to maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling maintenance for repairs per engineer instructions as needed
• Maintains continuity among work shifts by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs
• Documents actions by completing production and quality logs
• This position is responsible for the care and treatment of our customer’s inventory and as such will perform duties safely and responsibly to prevent customer loss or damage
• Perform under AS9100 quality standards and NADCAP accreditation
• Accomplishes organization goals by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests, exploring opportunities to add value to job duties
• Effective communication and people skills to maintain a working relationship with Quality, Engineering, and Management
• Dependability, integrity, cooperation and taking the initiative for work responsibilities and challenges are critical
• Always take ownership and be accountable for your actions
• Reliable attendance and a respectful demeanor are necessary
• Follow all Hi-Tek policies and procedures, including the use of proper PPE

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED required
• Heat Treating experience preferred
• Must meet the ITAR definition of §120.15 U.S. person
• Experience with Microsoft Office applications- Word, Excel, Outlook required
• Solid grasp on high school level mathematics necessary
• Experience in an industrial/manufacturing environment, aerospace industry preferred

Key Competencies

• The ability to work efficiently with others or independently as required
• Integrity and conscientiousness in all work-related matters
• Safety conscious always
• Reliable attendance within acceptable standards of attendance policy
• Complex problem solving with critical math skills
• Must be able to follow verbal and written instructions in English
• Must be able to clearly communicate information to others verbally and in writing in English

Physical Demand Levels

• Lift, push and/or pull up to thirty-five pounds regularly
• Operate overhead crane or other lifting equipment when necessary
• Stand at least 95% of scheduled shift
• Walking or climbing stairs as needed to perform job duties as assigned
• Routinely perform reaching, twisting, bending, lifting, and grasping
• Frequently use gross and fine motor skills to manage various parts, tools, and tooling
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color perception, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. 20/20 vision (natural or corrected) required with ability to pass annual vision test as required

This job description is a tool to be followed. Other job duties may be assigned to you, this outline is not to be considered a detail description, and you may have other duties assigned as needed.

EEO Statement: Hi-Tek is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the policy of the company to recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. We recognize that diversity and inclusion is a driving force in the success of our company.

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