HIP Operator

Bodycote North America•Princeton, KY

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Based in Princeton, KY, the HIP Operator works under the direction of the Operations Supervisor to perform critical functions related to equipment operation in the Control Room. Responsibilities include starting and monitoring units, sampling gas during cycles, and completing documentation for delivery to the end customer. This position is deemed safety-sensitive due to the nature of the business and a heavy industrial market.

Requirements

This position must satisfy ITAR compliance requirements, therefore candidates must be U.S. Citizens or Permanent Resident Card Holder.
High School diploma or equivalent.
Prior experience with heat treatment operation and/or drinking/waste water management.
Must be able to obtain and maintain forklift operator certification.
Must be able to work in a standing position for extended periods of time in an industrial environment.
Manual dexterity to perform data entry functions.
Ability to bend, pull, stoop and reach to perform functions.
Ability to lift up to 35 lbs.
Must have the cognitive and mental capacity to perform essential job functions.
Must be able to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Visual acuity to read documents, computer screens, files, etc.
Ability to hear in person and via phone.

Responsibilities

Efficiently and carefully building and boxing of the cycle including loading/unloading customer parts onto, into or out of the units, baskets, tubs, racks or other containers as required.
Independently operates, controls and monitors unit equipment as required and written in standard procedures on shop traveler and/or customer paperwork.
Operate the equipment in the Control Room.
Creating/correcting Load Diagrams.
Updating Key Performance Indicator (KPI) Database.
Conduct gas analysis, using proper compressor usage, and when to save reclaimed gas and where to save it to.
Determine temperature and pressure to run cycles at for optimal temperatures/pressures with the allowed deltas.
Determine which thermocouples to disregard, where to place thermocouples for optimal temperature readings.
Determine what temperature to start venting cycles at, how large of a can/ring to use for loading parts.
Follow the established work procedures and control measures (including the use of PPE where issued) and any applicable SHE rules.
Respect all guards, barriers and permits at all times.
Co-operate in health screening and surveillance procedures as required.
Immediately brings any unusual problem, irregularity or concern to Supervisor or management.
Ability to operate a forklift and crane.
Practices and promotes safety and good housekeeping.
Performs other tasks as assigned or dictated by position.
Responsible for the care and treatment of our customer’s inventory and as such will perform duties in a safe and responsible manner to prevent customer loss or damage.
Must be able to report for work on time, follow directions, interact effectively with co-workers, understand and follow rules and procedures and accept constructive criticism.