Thermal Spray Lead

Bodycote North America•Hebron, KY

17h•Onsite

About The Position

Our people are the heart of our business. As the world’s largest provider of thermal processing services, Bodycote employs thousands of highly skilled staff around the globe, some of the best engineers, scientists, and technicians in the industry. Come join our team! Our Hebron location primarily supports the Aerospace and Land Based Power Generation markets, developing advanced engineered thermal spray coating solutions and providing Best in Class support to our world-wide customer base. Due to the nature of our business and a heavy industrial market, Bodycote deems this position to be safety-sensitive. Position Summary: Based in Hebron, Kentucky the Lead - Thermal Spray Technician will perform essential job functions associate with thermal spray processes under the direction of the Production Supervisor to meet customer specifications including assisting other employees as needed. As a Lead Thermal Spray Technician you will be responsible for performing HVOF, plasma and/or other thermal spray coating operations per customer requirements and job folder specifications.

Requirements

This position must satisfy ITAR compliance requirements, therefore candidates must be U.S. Citizens or Permanent Resident Card Holders.
Education – High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum 3-5 years lead or supervisory experience preferably in thermal spray industry
Must have the ability to lead, direct and motivate employees.
May be required to work overtime or any shift, including weekends
Must be able to obtain and maintain forklift operation certification
Must demonstrate the ability to read, write and communicate the English language

Nice To Haves

Blueprint reading is a preferred skill.
Preferred understanding of the preparation and coating and finishing processes

Responsibilities

Under limited supervision, directs and guides the essential job functions of shift employees while performing similar duties of production.
Assists with operations, control and monitoring of thermal spray and related equipment as required and written in procedures on shop traveler and/or customer paperwork
Review job folder to verify area of part to be masked, cleaned and/or blasted and coated. Confirm all pre-coating requirements have been completed according to job folder specification.
Set-up parameters and process and operate thermal spray equipment and robotics.
Follow in-process inspection procedures as needed to verify current operation meets customer and technical plan requirements.
Record and sign off on all applicable data defined in the job folder.
Brings any unusual problem or irregularity to the attention of supervisor.
Practices and promotes safety and good housekeeping.
Performs other tasks as assigned or dictated by position
This position is 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 have the ability to report for work on time, follow directions, interact effectively with co-workers, understand and follow rules and procedures and accept constructive criticism