Heat Treat Manager

Founded in 1946 and headquartered in Milford, New Hampshire (USA), Hitchiner Manufacturing Co., Inc. is the premier supplier of complete-to-print, high-volume, complex thin-wall investment castings and fully-finished casting-based subassemblies and components to industry. The company leads the industry in volume production, reduced lead-times and just-in-time manufacturing. Hitchiner produces castings in hundreds of different alloys for a broad spectrum of global markets and customers that include the leaders in the automotive, aerospace, and other industries.

We offer an enriching environment where learning and growing become part of your career. Hitchiner is dedicated to fostering the professional growth and development of our employees. We offer upward mobility and internal promotions.

Benefits:

Hitchiner offers highly competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Onsite state of the art Gym/Fitness Center, open 24/7 for all employees
• Medical and Dental Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Basic and Accidental Life Insurance (company paid)
• Short-term and Long-term Disability Insurance (company paid)
• 401K (pre-tax and ROTH) with Excellent Company Match and Immediate Vesting
• Company Profit Sharing Plan
• 3 weeks' Vacation to start; 4 weeks' Vacation at 5 Years; 5 weeks' Vacation at 10 years seniority
• We set you up for success with our "Center for Excellence" onsite training center for new hires and existing employees to improve new learning and continuous growth
• Training and Educational Assistance Programs

The Manager of Heat Treat oversees all aspects of heat treat processes, ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and production standards. This role requires strong leadership and technical expertise to manage a team of operators and staff while driving efficiency and continuous improvement. Key responsibilities include scheduling operations, maintaining equipment, ensuring adherence to metallurgy specifications, and collaborating with engineering, quality, and supply chain teams to meet production goals. The ideal candidate brings extensive heat treat experience, knowledge of industry standards, and a commitment to fostering a high-performing team in a manufacturing environment.

Prime Responsibilities and Major Factors in Evaluating Performance:

1. Lead and manage all heat treat operations, including scheduling, equipment maintenance, safety compliance, and team performance.

2. Supervise a team of employees, fostering a culture of accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement.

3. Ensure heat treatment processes meet internal and customer quality standards, including metallurgy specifications and hardness requirements.

4. Work closely with engineering, quality, and supply chain teams to ensure on-time delivery of quality products.

5. Oversee preventative maintenance programs and work collaboratively with maintenance personnel to minimize downtime.

6. Monitor KPIs and implement process improvements to drive operational efficiency, reduce scrap, and optimize labor and materials usage.

7. Train, coach, and evaluate team members, support employee development and succession planning.


8. Responsible for Nadcap heat treat audits

9. Maintain strict adherence to all safety, environmental, and operational protocols.

10.Observe the Hitchiner code of conduct, safety, and quality principles.

11.This position requires frequent presence on the production floor.

Additional Responsibilities:

1. Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Acceptable Qualifications:

1. A minimum of 5+ years in heat treat operations, preferably in a manufacturing environment producing small parts and 5+ years leadership experience managing production teams.

2. Strong knowledge of heat treat equipment (e.g., furnaces, quench systems), metallurgy, and related processes.

3. Bachelor's Degree in Metallurgy, Materials Science, Industrial Engineering, or related field preferred.


4. Experience in aerospace, automotive, or heavy industrial manufacturing environments


5. Working knowledge of ISO 9001, AS9100, NADCAP quality standards and lean manufacturing principles


6. Must demonstrate the ability to handle both administrative and mechanical responsibilities.


7. Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, the presence of a non-job-related medical condition or handicap, or any other legally protected status. EOE/Veterans/Disabled are encouraged to apply.