Heat Treat Operator

MNP•Redford Township, MI

29d•Onsite

About The Position

The Heat Treat Furnace Operator is responsible for operation and maintenance of the heat treat furnace, which is used to harden and temper the steel fasteners manufactured by MNP. This key role must ensure safe operation of the equipment and temperature instruments to ensure the steel stabilizes as required for the strength and utility needed for the specific fastener application. The Operator works with a small team and must be self-motivated and dependable.

Requirements

Previous heat treat experience
Self-motivated; able to work without constant supervision
Excellent work ethics: dependable, reliable, follows established procedures
Possesses basic computer skills
Able to work in a team environment; works well with others
Able to read work and understand work instructions, blueprints, technical documents, and customer requirements
Able to do math calculations and work with numbers, fractions, and decimals
Able to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing
Able to record information and calculate data as needed
Able and willing to wear the required protective clothing and PPE mandated by OSHA and MNP
Able to work in hot, oily, and noisy conditions
Able to stand, walk, bend, push, pull, lift, and sit as needed throughout the day
Able to pass a pre-employment, post-offer physical, drug screen
Able to pass a background check

Responsibilities

Maintain furnace controls to meet specified requirements of the process
Inspect parts before and after the heat-treating operation for conformance to specifications using precision measuring instruments and visual acuity
Read and record computer controls such as the carbon controller to ensure required temperatures, soak time, and cooling times are maintained
Document parts not meeting specifications and issue rejection notices or rework orders as needed
Maintain required documentation of inspections and follow lot tracing protocols
Participate in 5S housekeeping
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Benefits

BCBS medical, dental and vision insurance
Company-paid life insurance
Life insurance
Flexible spending account
Short-term and long-term disability
401(k) and 401(k) match
Discretionary profit-sharing
Aflac products are also available
Health clinic (onsite in Utica) for employees and their families
Optional employee wellness activities include managing and tracking diabetes, blood pressure, and weight control
Onsite, personalized retirement counseling
Employee referral bonuses and employment of friends and families
Access to tickets for Jimmy John's Field
Volunteer opportunities include Gleaners, Suite Dreams, Veterans Support activities, Blessings in a Backpack, food and clothing drives, and others
Employee recognition includes anniversaries, birthdays, and special events
Employee discounts on autos, cell phones, and others
Employee social activities include Detroit Tigers opening day, Fat Tuesday, ice cream/popsicles, picnics, team meetings, team outings, one-on-one with the president, and many more