Heat Treat Associate

Fisher-Barton Inc. • Loves Park, IL

6h • Onsite

About The Position

This position works in the production/manufacturing operations with minimal supervision to perform complex and skilled heat treat and straightening operations on our Salt Line, Pit Furnace, Temper, Induction line, Cryo, and Parts straightening areas. This position is considered a subject matter expert in heat treat processes.

Requirements

• Able to work safely in a hot environment.
• Able to work extended hours when needed.
• Able to read, write, and communicate English effectively.
• Adept with basic mathematics
• Forklift
• Basic Computer skills

Responsibilities

• Operates multiple operations at the same time as requested.
• Proficient at using the overhead crane and hoists.
• Meets required productivity and quality standards for heat treat.
• Successfully troubleshoots complex heat treating or manufacturing issues.
• Works with Engineering to update part routes as needed.
• Performs complex set-up and operations of assigned machines; properly loads and unloads parts and proficiently operates equipment.
• Proactively provides regular continuous improvement/cost saving suggestions which optimize heat treat processes for increased efficiencies.
• Effectively works directly with Engineering, Quality, and Maintenance to troubleshoot issues.
• Trains and positively mentors new or less experienced associates as requested.
• Performs daily PMs of machines.
• Reads Blueprints, part routes, part verification/identification.
• Efficiently uses measuring equipment to verify all products produced meet our customer specifications and are in accordance with Company quality standards.
• Accurately follows work instructions for product.
• Follows, teaches others, and is a positive role model for others regarding 6S methodology.
• Help develop new heat treat processes for new materials.
• Complies with Zenith Cutter’s Health and Safety Policies.
• Proficiently operates overhead cranes and hoists.
• Proficiently selects/changes programs on various heat treat furnaces for proper heat treat processes.
• Effectively identifies proper racking techniques for nonstandard parts.
• Operation of Rockwell testing equipment as well as use of the PTC testing equipment.
• Proper use and maintenance of safety equipment.
• Advanced troubleshooting of heat treats furnace and process issues.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Company Paid Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Company Paid Employee and Dependent Life Insurance
• Employee, Spouse and Child Life Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Prescription Drug Benefits
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Employer Match
• 96 hours (12 days) Paid Time Off to start.
• 10 Paid Holidays per year
• Health Savings Plans (HSA, FSA, and Dependent Flexible Spending Accounts)
• Eligibility to participate in the ONE Fisher Barton Quarterly Bonus Plan
• Tuition Assistance
• Wellness Programs
• Apprenticeship Programs
• Off-Site Team Building Events
• On-Site Cookouts and Celebrations
• Birthday and Anniversary Recognition
• Holiday parties
• And more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees