Foreman - 2nd Shift – Heat Treating Industry Aerospace

Bodycote North America•Santa Fe Springs, CA

6d•$26 - $33•Onsite

About The Position

This position is based in Santa Fe Springs, CA. The Foreman will perform essential job functions associated with heat treatment under the direction of the Plant Manager to meet customer specifications, including assisting other employees as needed. Due to the nature of the business and a heavy industrial market, Bodycote deems this position to be safety-sensitive. The primary duties consist of leading and assigned work activities of employees in assigned work areas, training and leading the activities of production employees, maintaining effective communication of customer needs/requirements and company goals, keeping close track of work in progress and regularly conferring with other foremen, supervisors and management staff, independently operating, controlling and monitoring heat treating equipment as needed/required, and promoting and setting examples for safety and good housekeeping practices. The position is responsible for the care and treatment of customer's inventory and as such will perform duties in a safe and responsible manner to prevent customer loss or damage. The role requires 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.

Requirements

This position must satisfy ITAR compliance requirements, therefore candidates must be U.S. Citizens or Permanent Resident Card Holders.
High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum six years experience in heat treating industry
Must be able to effectively oversee heat treaters and/or other employees as designated using leadership qualities such as the ability to listen, be observant, patient, objective and responsive
Must have advanced knowledge of heat treating, testing, commercial/aircraft/aerospace materials
Must have working knowledge of metallurgy, temperatures, etc.
May be required to work overtime or any shift, including weekends, to meet company commitments/goals
Must be able to obtain and maintain forklift operator certification
Must demonstrate the ability to read, write and communicate the English language
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
Knowledge and hands on experience of computer applications including Microsoft Office and databases is required
Must be able to work in a standing position for extended periods of time in an industrial environment.
Manual dexterity to perform data entry functions
Ability to bend, pull, stoop and reach to perform functions
Ability to lift up to 35 lbs.
Must have the cognitive and mental capacity to perform essential job functions
Must be able to communicate effectively orally and in writing
Visual acuity to read documents, computer screens, files, etc.
Ability to hear in person and via phone
Candidates must pass a pre-employment drug screen and basic physical; have the ability to work full-time, 40+ hours per week.

Responsibilities

Leads and assigned work activities of employees in assigned work areas
Trains and leads the activities of production employees, maintaining effective communication of customer needs/requirements and company goals
Keeps close track of work in progress and regularly confers with other foremen, supervisors and management staff
Independently operates, controls and monitors heat treating equipment as needed/required
Promotes and sets examples for safety and good housekeeping practices
Must work in a manner consistent with the EMS
Performs other tasks as assigned or dictated by position
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