Heat Treater - C

Sign‑on retention bonus: $1,500 available for eligible candidates.

Bodycote offers paid holidays, paid time off, 401(k) match, and Medical, Dental, and Vision plans for employees and families.

Candidates must pass a pre‑employment drug screen and basic physical, work full‑time (40+ hours per week) during the 6 pm–6 am shift. The position is safety‑sensitive.

Located in Highland Heights, Ohio, the Heat Treater performs essential heat‑treating operations under the direction of a foreman or plant manager to meet customer specifications and may assist other employees as needed.

We are looking for a talented and motivated individual to join our team as a Heat Treating Technician. Depending on your qualifications, this role may be filled at one of the following levels:

• Assists with operation, control, and monitoring of heat‑treating equipment, following procedures on shop travelers and/or customer paperwork.

• Operates, controls, and monitors heat‑treating equipment per written procedures.

• Independently operates, controls, and monitors heat‑treating equipment, leading initiatives and mentoring junior staff.

• Prepare work for processing; load and unload furnaces, bins, fixtures, baskets, etc.
• Report any unusual problems or irregularities to the supervisor.
• Promote safety and good housekeeping.
• Perform other tasks as assigned or dictated by the position.
• Care for customer inventory and operate safely to prevent loss or damage.
• Arrive on time, follow directions, interact effectively with co‑workers, understand and follow rules and procedures, and accept constructive criticism.

• Must satisfy ITAR compliance; U.S. citizenship or permanent resident status required.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Additional qualifications:

• Working knowledge of metallurgy, temperatures, and related processes.
• Availability for overtime, shift work, and weekends.
• Forklift operation certification.
• Proficiency in English reading, writing, and communication.

• Ability to stand for extended periods in an industrial environment.
• Ability to bend, pull, stoop, and reach as required.
• Capability to lift up to 35 lb.
• Exposure to heat, fumes, noise, humidity, etc.
• Cognitive and mental capacity to perform essential job functions.
• Effective oral and written communication.
• Visual acuity for reading documents, screens, files, etc.
• Auditory ability in person and via telephone.

The statements herein describe the general nature of the role and are not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, or skills required. The job description does not constitute a contract of employment. Bodycote reserves the right to revise or change duties and responsibilities as needed.

Bodycote is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender identity, gender expression, age for individuals over forty, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws.