Heat Treat Technician

Recruiting Solutions is seeking a Heat Treat Operator for a manufacturing company in Fountain Inn, SC ! This position offers competitive pay starting at $20.00 per hour, depending on experience , with a Monday-Thursday schedule from 5:00 AM-3:00 PM. Qualified candidates must be comfortable working in a high-temperature manufacturing environment, operating industrial equipment, and following strict quality and safety standards. Heat Treat Operator Benefits: Competitive pay starting at $20.00 per hour, depending on experience 1st Shift: Monday-Thursday, 5:00 AM-3:00 PM Four-day workweek Opportunity to develop specialized manufacturing and technical skills Opportunity to work with advanced furnace and robotic technology Heat Treat Operator - Job Responsibilities: Operate industrial heat-treating furnaces and robotic equipment to process steel according to established specifications and tolerances Perform heat-treating processes, including hardening, tempering, annealing, and case hardening Monitor furnace operations and adjust settings or programming as needed to maintain production and quality standards Troubleshoot basic mechanical, furnace, and robotic equipment issues Read and interpret industrial knife blueprints and technical specifications Use calipers, micrometers, and specialized hand tools to measure, grind, and test the hardness of steel components Complete quality inspections and hardness checks to verify that products meet required specifications Collect production data, accurately enter information into the ERP system, and complete Statistical Process Control (SPC) charts Load and unload steel materials from furnaces, ovens, and pallets Operate forklifts to move materials safely throughout the facility, with the ability to obtain certification if needed Perform general cleaning and maintain organized equipment and work areas Cross-train in other positions and assist with training team members as needed Work with a strong sense of urgency to meet production schedules, takt times, and customer demands Follow all required personal protective equipment (PPE) guidelines and workplace safety procedures Participate in Lean manufacturing initiatives and safety training Heat Treat Operator - Requirements and Qualifications: Must be at least 18 years of age High school diploma or equivalent required Intermediate programming skills or the ability to learn to adjust, manipulate, and troubleshoot furnace and robotic systems Ability to understand heat-treating processes and maintain precise production tolerances Basic mechanical and troubleshooting skills Ability to collect, interpret, and apply production data to improve furnace efficiency Proficiency with basic computer systems, including ERP software, Microsoft Teams, and email Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical specifications Proficiency with calipers, micrometers, and basic math, including fractions and decimals Ability to communicate and work effectively with team members to troubleshoot problems Ability to lift up to 50 lbs independently and up to 100 lbs with lifting assistance Ability to stand and walk for 8-12 hours per day Ability to work safely in a high-temperature industrial environment while wearing required PPE Ability to meet daily production requirements and maintain a strong focus on quality, safety, and efficiency #J-18808-Ljbffr