Furnace Operator - 1st Shift

Not many people can say they played a role in making parts for spaceships, airplanes, medical devices such as pacemakers, and so much more! You can be one of the few as a Furnace Operator at Solar Atmospheres in Hermitage, PA! Our Furnace Operators carry out vacuum heat treating and brazing services to some of the most notable companies out there. With extensive training (typically 6+ months), youll learn the ropes from our tenured co-workers to provide services of the highest possible quality. Whether you have experience or not, with the right attitude, attention to detail, and some basic math skills, all duties can be trained with room for growth. We currently have a position available on our: 1st Shift 7:00am to 3:30pm Monday through Friday What youll do You probably dont like being micromanaged, which is good because we dont like to micromanage. As a Furnace Operator, youll work independently, owning your projects from start to finish. Projects vary in length, so youll juggle a few projects at once, switching between tasks throughout the day. Its never a dull moment- from tracking the furnaces performance one moment to packing in or out a project the next. While every day might be a little different, you can expect to do the following: Planning and changing out furnace loads and packing all orders Operating furnaces and other shop equipment Maintaining clean and orderly work areas (we pride ourselves on safety and cleanliness) Follow project instructions and complete all customer labeling and packaging requirements Configure and monitor settings on programs, recorders, and vacuum gauges Work efficiently while ensuring company quality standards are maintained Utilize a forklift and overhead crane as needed What you need to thrive in this role High School Diploma or GED required Basic math skills will serve you very well Reliable and organized with the ability to multitask and prioritize Comfortability working in a fast-paced environment moving around consistently throughout the day Ability to lift, bend, reach, and stand for extended periods of time Experience in manufacturing, warehouse, or heat treatment is a plus but willing to train! Forklift and Overhead Crane experience/licensure a plus About us The mission of Solar Atmospheres is to add significant value to our customers operations by thermally treating parts, principally in a vacuum environment, with an unwavering commitment to honesty in all relationships. We will strive to fulfill this mission while: Performing our work with an emphasis on quality and responsiveness Operating with an awareness and appreciation of the value of our customers parts while in our care Forever looking forward in the area of technical capabilities Demonstrating a willingness to accept the challenge Providing and maintaining a work environment that is safe, clean and reflects our respect for human dignity Providing our employees with an opportunity for personal growth, challenge and reward Maintaining a workplace that is environmentally friendly Sustaining long-term growth and profitability What we offer you We care about our employee's well-being and show it by providing the following: Medical, Dental, and Vision Short & Long-Term Disability Life & AD&D Insurance 401K with Company Match Paid Time Off Employee Assistance Program Employee Referral Program Monthly Bonus Program Thank you for considering us as a potential employer! At Solar Atmospheres, we continually celebrate the diverse community different individuals cultivate. As an equal-opportunity employer, we stay true to that by ensuring that our place can be anyones place.