Heat Operator

We believe our employees are the reason for our success, and our compensation and benefits are designed to reflect that belief.

The Heat Treat Furnace Operator is responsible for operation and maintenance of the heat treat furnace, which is used to harden and temper the steel fasteners

This key role must ensure safe operation of the equipment and temperature instruments to ensure the steel stabilizes as required for the strength and utility needed for the specific fastener application. The Operator works with a small team and must be self-motivated and dependable.

• Maintain furnace controls to meet specified requirements of the process
• Mechanically inclined, but not required.
• Inspect parts before and after the heat-treating operation for conformance to specifications using precision measuring instruments and visual acuity
• Read and record computer controls such as the carbon controller to ensure required temperatures, soak time, and cooling times are maintained
• Document parts not meeting specifications and issue rejection notices or rework orders as needed
• Maintain required documentation of inspections and follow lot tracing protocols
• Participate in 5S housekeeping

• Previous heat treat experience
• Self-motivated; able to work without constant supervision
• Excellent work ethics: dependable, reliable, follows established procedures
• Possesses basic computer skills
• Able to work in a team environment; gets along with others
• Able to read work and understand work instructions, blue prints, technical documents and customer requirements
• Able to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing
• Able to record information and calculate data as needed
• Able and willing to wear the required protective clothing and PPE mandated by OSHA and the company
• Able to commit to perfect attendance during the training schedule
• Able to work in hot, oily, and noisy conditions
• Able to stand, walk, bend, push, pull, lift, and sit as needed throughout the day
• Able to pass a drug screen and background check

• competitive wages
• pay increases every 6 months
• benefits 1st day
• sign on / referral bonuses
• 2 weeks paid vacation
• 13 paid holidays
• employee focused events
• and much more

1st and 2nd shifts available

Wage Rate – $

We are an equal opportunity employer. We give consideration for employment to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, and any other related State or Federal protected classes or characteristics.

We consider all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, marital status, handicap, genetic infiltration, disability or status as a veteran. Fontana reserves the right to require a drug screening at any time during the employment process.