Heat Treater C-A

Bodycote North America•Roselle, NJ

7d•$23 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

Bodycote is hiring a Heat Treater based in Roselle, New Jersey. The role performs heat-treatment functions under the direction of the General Manager, following customer specifications and assisting other employees as needed. The position is safety-sensitive and is responsible for handling and treating customer inventory safely to prevent loss or damage. A $1,500 sign-on retention bonus is offered. Candidates must pass a pre-employment drug screen and basic physical and be able to work full-time, at least 40 hours per week. The stated schedule is 9:30 p.m. to 6:30 a.m., Monday through Friday. The role may be filled at different levels based on skills and experience. Level C is entry level, with 0 to 24 months of heat-treating experience, and assists with operating, controlling, and monitoring equipment according to procedures. Level B requires 2 to 3 years of heat-treating experience and operates, controls, and monitors equipment. Level A requires 3 to 5 years of experience and independently operates, controls, and monitors equipment; it also involves leading initiatives and mentoring junior team members. The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Candidates must meet ITAR requirements by being U.S. citizens or permanent resident card holders. Working knowledge of metallurgy and temperatures is preferred. The employee may be required to work overtime or any shift, including weekends, and must be able to obtain and maintain forklift operation certification. The role is performed in an industrial environment with potential exposure to heat, fumes, noise, and humidity, and involves standing for extended periods and lifting up to 35 pounds.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
U.S. citizenship or permanent resident card holder status to satisfy ITAR compliance requirements.
Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen and basic physical.
Ability to work full-time, 40 or more hours per week.
Ability to obtain and maintain forklift operation certification.
Ability to read, write, and communicate in English.
Ability to report to work on time, follow directions, interact effectively with coworkers, understand and follow rules and procedures, and accept constructive criticism.
Ability to stand for extended periods in an industrial environment; bend, pull, stoop, and reach; and lift up to 35 pounds.
Cognitive and mental capacity to perform essential job functions; effective oral and written communication; visual acuity to read documents and screens; and ability to hear in person and by phone.
Heat-treating experience according to level: Level C, 0 to 24 months; Level B, 2 to 3 years; Level A, 3 to 5 years.

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of metallurgy and temperatures.
For Level A, a deep understanding of heat treating and ability to lead initiatives and mentor junior team members.
For Level B, a proven track record in heat treating and ability to work independently and collaborate across teams.

Responsibilities

Prepare work for processing and load and unload furnaces, bins, fixtures, baskets, and related items.
Assist with, operate, control, and monitor heat-treating and related equipment according to procedures documented on shop travelers or customer paperwork, at the level appropriate to skills and experience.
Bring unusual problems or irregularities to the supervisor’s attention.
Practice and promote safety and good housekeeping.
Handle customer inventory safely and responsibly to prevent loss or damage.
Assist other employees as needed and perform other tasks as assigned or dictated by the position.
At Level A, lead initiatives and mentor junior team members.