Heat Processing Operator - 3rd Shift!

O&K American Corp.Seymour, IN
$0 - $19Onsite

About The Position

O&K American Corp has been supplying high-quality cold heading steel wire for over 100 years. We encourage a mindset that challenges boundaries, transforms the impossible into achievable outcomes, and drives innovation forward. We are looking for a Heat Processing Operator to join our team.

Requirements

  • Able to read, write and speak English.
  • High school diploma or equivalent is required.
  • Basic computer skills
  • Previous experience operating forklift and overhead crane in an industrial setting.
  • Ability to work overtime, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Responsibilities

  • Set up, operate, and tend to heating equipment to heat-treat steel coil/wire.
  • Review orders and locate coils according to schedule.
  • Using the overhead crane and forklift: load and unload coils from furnace or carriers.
  • Understand emergency process for gas and temperature.
  • Raise and reduce gases and temperature according to chart.
  • Be able to work with RX generator.
  • Make and polish mount.
  • Perform: Tensile pull, Hardness and Upset test.
  • Cut samples and tag.
  • Fill out production sheets, shift reports daily. Maintenance sheets as needed.
  • In-House rejection, hold, and precautionary tags must be filled out and placed in the appropriate location.
  • Keep work area clean and organized, including the lab.
  • Perform some maintenance work on equipment.
  • Compactor use and Banding coils.
  • Check atmospheric gas temperature: Sample CO, CO2, O2, etc.
  • Check every 15 min and check carbon potential.
  • If computerized, ensure it is running properly.
  • Wear proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) per guidelines.
  • Daily inspect overhead crane and forklift before use.
  • Follow all safety rules and procedures.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

  • Health, Dental, and Optical Insurance
  • 401k with Yearly Employer Profit Share
  • Short-Term Disability and Life Insurance (AD&D)
  • Vacation Time
  • Paid Sick Leave
  • Paid Leave
  • 9 Paid Holidays
  • $175/yr Uniform Allowance
  • $150/yr Safety Shoe Allowance
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