Chemical Process Operator - 5th shift

Chromalloy•Tampa, FL

About The Position

The Chemical Process Operator (Heat Treat) operates and monitors vacuum and partial pressure heat treatment furnaces used to process aerospace components. The role ensures parts are heat treated to precise customer specifications while maintaining equipment performance, product quality, and process compliance. The work supports aviation safety and reliability through the repair and manufacture of critical aerospace components. This position is assigned to 5th shift, Friday through Sunday, 5:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m., and includes an hourly shift differential. During training, employees may work outside their assigned shift to support hands-on learning and development. Training is typically Monday through Friday and may take place on 1st, 2nd, or 3rd shift based on business needs. After successful completion of training, employees transition to their assigned shift. The work takes place in a manufacturing environment with exposure to heat, fumes, airborne particles, vibration, and varying noise levels. It involves frequent standing, walking, bending, stooping, reaching, and material handling. Employees use required personal protective equipment in designated areas and must be able to safely operate forklifts, industrial equipment, and process machinery.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.
Ability to clearly communicate in English, including speaking, reading, writing, and understanding work instructions.
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.
Ability to safely operate forklifts, industrial equipment, and process machinery.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, including frequent standing, walking, bending, stooping, reaching, and material handling; regular lifting up to 25 pounds, frequent lifting up to 50 pounds, and occasional lifting up to 100 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Requires close vision, depth perception, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
Use required personal protective equipment in designated work areas.

Nice To Haves

6+ months of manufacturing, assembly, inspection, or related experience.
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 safety, quality, environmental, and operational procedures.
Support continuous improvement and housekeeping initiatives within the department.