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Heat Treat Operator Trainee

CHICAGO MAGNESIUM CASTING CO
Island, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 5/7/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/6/2026

Description

Basic Function:

 

Training   in the Heat Treat function under certified HT Operator. Will safely learn to perform   Heat Treat function which includes separating & organizing furnace   processing, completion of logs; analysis, interpretation of data and input to   computer programs. Responsible for productivity & movement of parts in   and out of the department.


Responsibilities:

  • Accurate scanning in and out on jobs and the proper reporting of processed quantities.
  • Wear proper safety equipment; keep work area clean and safe at all times
  • Understand customer requirements, our companies internal scrap challenges, rework, customer returns, the impact they have on your job and demonstrate ability to deliver quality & efficient workmanship
  • Review & inspect all material being used, building self-inspection into everything you make/process
  • Learn process to complete, date, and sign-off on all routing information:  MUST have Heat Treat Operator Lev 2 review, sign or co-sign all trainee process documentation
  • Perform job tasks in an efficient manner according to given standards
  • Learn heat treat work by alloy’s, process & time specification requirements; process work under supervision
  • Match & verify traveler tickets to castings, distribute castings to next department after processing: HT Lev 2 operator must approve next step movement of castings
  • Read & understand heat treat specifications, procedures, & work instructions
  • Learn to appropriately log alloy and temperature readings; demonstrate performance of task
  • Maintain/complete log sheets & learn dashboard system for entering data
  • Learn weekly & monthly audit requirements of probe checks (SAT) of temperature set-points on Furnace, Quench Tank, and Load T/Cs and accuracy tests on furnace controllers; CO2 gas verifications
  • Understand inventory of carbon dioxide and all other supplies; perform task under supervision
  • Learn & demonstrate appropriate racking of castings prior to heat treat
  • Maintain organization & cleanliness of heat treat area & equipment; Perform duties safely
  • Read and understand SP100 procedures and AMS2750 standards


Skills:

Self-starter, independent worker, computer skills for entering numbers & data


Education/Training:

Must be able to pass (2-year) certification requirements after completion of on-the-job training


Experience:

Knowledge of castings, part numbers & route tickets a plus



 

Benefit information is available on the company website.


Chicago Magnesium Casting and Midwest Aerospace Casting, LLC. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Salary : $20

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