Finishing - Phoenix - Chemical Process Operator 4th shift

Chromalloy•Tampa, FL

10d•Onsite

About The Position

We’re looking for a Chemical Process Operator (Heat Treat) to operate and monitor vacuum and partial pressure heat treatment furnaces used to process aerospace components. In this role, you will ensure parts are heat treated to precise customer specifications while maintaining equipment performance, product quality, and process compliance. At Chromalloy, your work directly supports aviation safety and reliability. Our teams repair and manufacture critical aerospace components used across the global aviation industry. What you do here has real-world impact—every day.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.
Ability to clearly communicate in English, including speaking, reading, writing, and understanding work instructions.
6+ months of manufacturing, assembly, inspection, or related experience preferred.
Ability to read and follow safety procedures, work instructions, and technical documentation.
Basic math skills, including fractions, decimals, ratios, and percentages.
Mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot equipment and process issues.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Nice To Haves

Experience with heat treat operations, ovens, furnaces, or thermal processing equipment.
Forklift certification or previous forklift experience.
Experience in aerospace, metal processing, casting, or other regulated manufacturing environments.
Experience with preventive maintenance and basic equipment repairs.
Familiarity with furnace controls, process monitoring software, or manufacturing data systems.

Responsibilities

Operate vacuum and partial pressure heat treatment furnaces to process aerospace components.
Load and unload furnaces safely and efficiently.
Select, verify, and run heat treat programs using furnace control software.
Program load parameters and monitor furnace cycles from start to finish.
Review and print process charts and documentation for completed heat treatment cycles.
Submit required test materials to support process approvals and quality requirements.
Perform routine inspections, preventive maintenance, and minor equipment repairs.
Coordinate and support scheduled equipment maintenance and calibration activities.
Operate forklifts and material handling equipment.
Maintain accurate production, maintenance, and downtime records.
Follow all safety, quality, environmental, and operational procedures.
Support continuous improvement and housekeeping initiatives within the department.