Utility Operator – 1st Shift

Our people are the heart of our business. As the world’s largest provider of thermal processing services, Bodycote employs thousands of highly skilled staff around the globe, including some of the best engineers, scientists, and technicians in the industry. Come join our team!

This position is eligible for a $1,500 sign-on retention bonus!

Bodycote offers paid holidays and paid time off, as well as 401k match, Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans for employees and families.

Candidates must pass a pre-employment drug screen and basic physical; have the ability to work full-time, 40+ hours per week. The hours for this role are 6:00am – 2:30pm, Monday-Friday.

Due to the nature of our business and a heavy industrial market, Bodycote deems this position to be safety-sensitive.

Based in Hebron, Kentucky, the Utility Operator will perform essential job functions associated with thermal spray processes under the direction of the Production Supervisor to meet customer specifications, including assisting other employees as needed. Utility Operator performs duties in any production department and will be cross‑trained in post‑processing operations on customer parts after coating operation, grit blasting parts prior to coating, or masking parts to cover areas that will not receive thermal spray coating.

The primary duties consist of, but are not limited to, the following:

• Complete steps of the thermal spray process to include, but not limited to, masking, grit blasting, deburring, and grinding using various hand tools.
• Review job folder to verify area of part to be processed (masked, post‑processing, grit‑blast areas).
• Perform visual inspection of parts for defects.
• Using various hand tools, perform appropriate processing per work instructions and job folder.
• Record and sign off on all applicable data defined in the job folder.
• Report all problems, inaccuracies in the job folder, damaged parts, and/or post‑processing materials to the Lead or Supervisor.
• Follow in‑process inspection procedures as needed to verify current operation meets customer and job folder requirements.
• Assist the supervisor in developing processes that will improve operations.
• Observe all Environment, Health, and Safety Policy requirements.
• Keeping the work area neat and orderly at all times.
• Wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Disposal of waste per safety standards.
• Performs other tasks as assigned or dictated by position.
• This position is responsible for the care and treatment of our customers’ inventory and, as such, will perform duties in a safe and responsible manner to prevent customer loss or damage.
• Must have the ability to report for work on time, follow directions, interact effectively with co‑workers, understand and follow rules and procedures, and accept constructive criticism.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• This position must satisfy ITAR compliance requirements; candidates must be U.S. Citizens or Permanent Resident Card Holders.
• Education – High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience using hand tools to perform manual processes preferred.
• Experience working in a production environment preferred.
• Demonstrated organization and documentation skills.

The following physical and mental demands consist of, but are not limited to, the following.

• Must be able to work in a standing position for extended periods of time in an industrial environment.
• Manual dexterity to perform detailed Masking, Grit(Sand) blasting, and post‑processing operations. This requires steady hands with a high degree of attention to detail. Ability to bend, pull, stoop, and reach to perform functions.
• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs.
• May be exposed to heat, fumes, noise, and humidity, etc.
• Must have the cognitive and mental capacity to perform essential job functions.
• Must be able to…