Furnace Operator - 1st Shift

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Position Description

We are committed to hiring top talent into our operations teams to deliver world-class services. We look for self-motivated and goal-oriented people eager to learn our trade and be a part of our growing team. We value individuals who are problem solvers, team workers and maintain a bright, positive attitude. If you like a fast-paced work environment to learn lifelong skills, we welcome your completed application.

Position Location: 303 Travis Ln, Waukesha, WI 53189

Position Hours: FULLTIME 1st Shift: 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM (Monday - Friday

Position Wage: Hourly rate dependent on experience. Starting at $20 per hour.

Company Benefits:

• Health and dental coverage
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Employer matched 401(k)
• Educational reimbursement
• On-site health care, health coaching, psychiatric care, chiropractor, massage, & acupuncture services
• 8 paid holidays
• Paid Vacation (begins accruing from day 1)

For more information, please visit our website: www.thermtech.net

Job Description:

The IQ Furnace Operator is responsible for ensuring the safe & efficient operation of all Allcase cell equipment. Properly scheduling work to be done, inspecting, loading, unloading, programing & monitoring furnaces will be the focus for this role. Promptly reporting any concerns to the shift foreman will be crucial.

Principle Duties & Responsibilities:

• Operator will be responsible for the following set up & monitoring

o Temperature controller
o Over-temperature controller
o Chart recorders
o Furnace thermo-couples
o Proper gas flows including the following

o Natural gas

o Endothermic gas

o Nitrogen gas

o Ammonia gas

• Oil temperature monitoring – cooling / heating / levels
• Agitation monitoring
• Proper loading & racking of parts to minimize distortion
• Understand tempering guidelines based off of actual AQ hardness readings
• Learn start up, loading & shut down procedures for each piece of equipment in cell
• Operator will be responsible for overseeing the operations of the generator including the following at a minimum

o Startup/shut down procedure

o Daily monitoring of retort temperature & dewpoint

• Operations of cryo-genic boxes including the following

o Loading/unloading

o Temperature controller settings

o Startup/shut down

• Determine proper inspection location for AQ testing per

o ASTM E-18 Rockwell hardness testing

o ASTM E-10 Brinell hardness testing

o ASTM A 956 Leeb hardness testing

• Understand Tagging & Transfer Procedure
• Safe & efficient operations of all production equipment
• Prioritize processing based on schedule
• Perform inspection using correct methods
• Document & report any maintenance issues to shift foreman
• Ensure plant organization & cleanliness

Minimum Requirements:

All hires are contingent upon a 9-panel hair follicle drug test & background check.

Education: High school diploma or equivalent preferred

• Acquire/maintain forklift certification

Experience: prior factory work preferred

Hard Skills:

• Basic computer skills
• Basic math knowledge
• Proficient physical shape- able to lift 25 lbs. regularly
• English reading proficiency
• Safety-focused mindset

Soft Skills:

• Excellent written & verbal communication skills
• Excellent time management
• Attention to detail
• Organized
• Adaptability
• Self-motivated
• Able to work collaboratively with others
• Willingness to learn & take direction

Salary : $20