IQ Furnace Operator - 1st or 2nd shift

Job Description

The IQ Furnace Operator is responsible for ensuring the safe & efficient operation of all All-case cell equipment. Properly scheduling work to be done, inspecting, loading, unloading, programing & monitoring furnaces will be the focus for this role. Promptly reporting any concerns to the shift foreman will be crucial.

Operator will be responsible for the following set up & monitoring:

• Temperature controller
• Over-temperature controller
• Chart recorders
• Furnace thermo‑couples
• Proper gas flows including the following:
  • Natural gas
  • Endothermic gas
  • Nitrogen gas
  • Ammonia gas
• Oil temperature monitoring - cooling / heating / levels
• Agitation monitoring
• Proper loading & racking of parts to minimize distortion
• Understand tempering guidelines based off of actual AQ hardness readings
• Learn start up, loading & shut down procedures for each piece of equipment in cell
• Operator will be responsible for overseeing the operations of the generator including the following at a minimum:
  • Startup/shut down procedure
  • Daily monitoring of retort temperature & dewpoint
• Operations of cryo‑genic boxes including the following:
  • Loading/unloading
  • Temperature controller settings
  • Startup/shut down
• Determine proper inspection location for AQ testing per
• ASTM E‑18 Rockwell hardness testing
• ASTM E‑10 Brinell hardness testing
• ASTM A 956 Leeb hardness testing
• Understand Tagging & Transfer Procedure
• Safe & efficient operations of all production equipment
• Prioritize processing based on schedule
• Perform inspection using correct methods
• Document & report any maintenance issues to shift foreman
• Ensure plant organization & cleanliness

All hires are contingent upon a 9-panel hair follicle drug test & background check.

• Education:
  
  High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Acquire/maintain forklift certification
• Experience:
  
  prior factory work preferred

• Basic computer skills
• Basic math knowledge
• Proficient physical shape—able to lift 25 lbs. regularly
• English reading proficiency
• Safety-focused mindset

• Excellent written & verbal communication skills
• Excellent time management
• Attention to detail
• Organized
• Adaptability
• Self-motivated
• Able to work collaboratively with others
• Willingness to learn & take direction