Heat Treat Operator

Vallourec North America•Houston, TX

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Set up and operate equipment, such as furnaces, Quench, photo eyes, flame-hardening machines, and electronic induction machines that harden, anneal, and heat-treat metal. Determine types and temperatures of quenching media needed to attain specified part hardness, toughness, and ductility, using heat-treating charts and knowledge of methods, equipment, and metals. Reading and understanding gauges, dials, or other indicators to ensure equipment is properly running. Adherence to API and quality standards Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action. Participation in level 1 maintenance, preventative maintenance, and 5S Entering and validating data manually as well as using a computer Adherence to corporate policies, procedures, practices and specifications. Adherence to department policies, procedures, practices and specifications. Adherence to OSHA safety standards, and departmental Lock out Tag out policies Operate overhead, and floor crane Operate forklift and scissor lift Work in confined spaces for equipment maintenance Perform all other tasks assigned Report all discrepancies to department supervisor

Requirements

Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner
Gathers and analyzes information skillfully
Develops alternative solutions
Works well in group problem solving situations
Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics
Observes safety and security procedures
Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines
Reports potentially unsafe conditions
Uses equipment and materials properly
Must be able to lift maximum 40lbs
Read, write, and communicate clearly in the English language
Willing to work rotating 8-12 hour shifts, weekends, and holidays
Basic math skills
Computer skills
Work in outside environment conditions.

Nice To Haves

Opportunities to work on cutting-edge equipment
A culture that values your input and celebrates improvement
Real growth potential in a stable, essential industry
Climate-controlled crane cab

Responsibilities

Set up and operate equipment, such as furnaces, Quench, photo eyes, flame-hardening machines, and electronic induction machines that harden, anneal, and heat-treat metal.
Determine types and temperatures of quenching media needed to attain specified part hardness, toughness, and ductility, using heat-treating charts and knowledge of methods, equipment, and metals.
Reading and understanding gauges, dials, or other indicators to ensure equipment is properly running.
Adherence to API and quality standards
Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
Participation in level 1 maintenance, preventative maintenance, and 5S
Entering and validating data manually as well as using a computer
Adherence to corporate policies, procedures, practices and specifications.
Adherence to department policies, procedures, practices and specifications.
Adherence to OSHA safety standards, and departmental Lock out Tag out policies
Operate overhead, and floor crane
Operate forklift and scissor lift
Work in confined spaces for equipment maintenance
Perform all other tasks assigned
Report all discrepancies to department supervisor