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Entegee, Inc.
Heat Treater
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A Heat Treating Technician operates machinery used to make metal and plastic parts for products and appliances. Uses furnaces and chemical treatments to shape parts according to exact measurements.
$44,558 / year median in Massachusetts
+1% projected growth
Job Description
Supports heat treating operations by preparing materials, operating and monitoring furnace equipment, and handling customer inventory according to established processing procedures. Job Requirements High school diploma or equivalent. Working knowledge of metallurgy and heat treatment temperatures. Ability to read and understand shop travelers, customer paperwork, and processing procedures. Ability to obtain and maintain forklift certification. Ability to read and write English. Availability to work overtime, alternate shifts, and weekends as required. Ability to stand for extended periods in an industrial environment. Ability to bend, pull, stoop, and reach during production activities. Ability to lift up to 35 lbs. Ability to work in environments with heat, fumes, noise, and humidity. Visual acuity sufficient to read documents, computer screens, and production records. Hearing ability sufficient for in-person and telephone communication. Preferred Skills Previous heat treating or thermal processing experience. Experience operating industrial furnaces. Experience handling metal components in a manufacturing environment. Forklift operation experience. Experience working with shop travelers and customer processing specifications. Job Responsibilities Assist with the operation, control, and monitoring of heat treating equipment. Follow processing requirements documented on shop travelers and customer paperwork. Prepare materials and components for heat treatment. Load and unload furnaces, bins, fixtures, baskets, and related equipment. Monitor heat treatment processes for irregularities or abnormal conditions. Report equipment, process, or product issues to supervision. Handle customer inventory according to established processing and protection requirements. Prevent product damage or loss during material handling and heat treatment activities. Follow applicable safety procedures and production requirements. Maintain housekeeping in assigned work areas. Perform material handling activities using forklifts as required. Complete additional production and heat treatment tasks as assigned.