Heat Treater - 1st Shift

Bodycote North America•Santa Fe Springs, CA

2d•$22 - $32•Onsite

About The Position

Based in Santa Fe Springs, California, the Heat Treater performs heat-treatment work under the direction of the Foreman, meeting customer specifications and assisting other employees as needed. The position is safety-sensitive and is responsible for the care and treatment of customer inventory, with duties performed safely to prevent loss or damage. Depending on experience, the role may be filled at one of three levels: Level C (entry level, 0–24 months of heat-treating experience), assisting with operation and monitoring of equipment; Level B (mid-level, 2–3 years), operating and monitoring equipment; or Level A (senior level, 3–5 years), independently operating and monitoring equipment. The role involves preparing work for processing and loading and unloading furnaces, bins, fixtures, and baskets. Employees must follow procedures and customer paperwork, bring unusual problems to a supervisor’s attention, maintain safety and good housekeeping, and perform other assigned duties. The position may require overtime or work on any shift, including weekends. Candidates must be able to work full-time, 40 or more hours per week. The role is non-exempt and eligible for overtime pay. Hourly pay is $22.00–$32.00, with starting pay based on experience, skills, and qualifications. Additional compensation such as a shift differential may apply. A $1,500 sign-on retention bonus is offered.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Working knowledge of metallurgy and temperatures.
For Level C: 0 to 24 months of heat-treating experience; ability to learn with guidance from senior team members.
For Level B: 2 to 3 years of heat-treating experience and the ability to work independently and collaborate across teams.
For Level A: 3 to 5 years of heat-treating experience and a deep understanding of heat treating; ability to work independently and mentor junior team members.
Must meet ITAR compliance requirements as a U.S. citizen or permanent resident card holder.
Must be able to obtain and maintain forklift operation certification.
Must be able to read, write, and communicate in English.
Must be able to report to work on time, follow directions, interact effectively with coworkers, understand and follow rules and procedures, and accept constructive criticism.
Must be able to work in a standing position for extended periods in an industrial environment.
Must be able to bend, pull, stoop, and reach to perform job functions.
Must be able to lift up to 35 pounds.
Must have the cognitive and mental capacity to perform essential job functions.
Must communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Must have visual acuity to read documents, computer screens, and files, and be able to hear in person and via phone.
Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and basic physical.
Must be able to work full-time, 40 or more hours per week.
May be required to work overtime or any shift, including weekends.

Responsibilities

Prepare work for processing.
Load and unload furnaces, bins, fixtures, baskets, and related items.
Assist with or operate, control, and monitor heat-treating and related equipment according to the applicable level and the procedures on shop travelers or customer paperwork.
Bring unusual problems or irregularities to the supervisor’s attention.
Practice and promote safety and good housekeeping.
Take responsibility for the safe care and treatment of customer inventory to prevent loss or damage.
Assist other employees as needed.
Perform other tasks as assigned or dictated by the position.