Heat Treat Operator
Rutherfordton, NC, US, 28139
What Timken makes possible begins with you.
Those who came before us helped land a man on the moon, create the world's infrastructure, and introduce renewable energy alternatives. Now you can join the Timken team to write your own unique story and help drive what's next.
A career at Timken means you can have an immediate impact doing Work That Matters to the world— improving the efficiency of today's industrial equipment and preparing for the future of motion on our planet and beyond. New employees can start contributing right away, and there are many opportunities to advance your career at your own pace. Join our global team of 19,000 people in 45 countries, and start helping our customers push the limits of what's possible in their world of motion.
Heat Treat Operator
This is a second shift position, with work hours of 3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. Monday - Friday.
Responsibilities
- Set up and operate miscellaneous types of electric, gas or oil-fired furnaces equipped with temperature recording devices
- Print and schematic reading
- Adhere to all Safety procedures and practices, including Lockout/Tagout, Confined Spaces, Hoist operations, and other pertinent safety items.
- Load and unload parts into the various heat treating furnaces
- Loading / unloading transfer carts
- Keep accurate records to include heat treating cards
- Transfer component baskets to tempering ovens
- Start up and shut down furnace operations
- Perform pre-heat and tempering operations
- Perform weekly / daily checks and PMs as scheduled
- Follow work instructions / training documents / control plans
- Maintain accurate records and documents
- Run product to heat treat specs
- Perform tumble operations
- Perform work in a team environment; contribute to the team decision making process
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Ability to read and understand blueprints, schematics, manuals, and work instructions.
- Ability to read gauges, instruments, and other measuring devices.
- Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) license and operations ability.
- Physical stamina and strength to lift heavy materials and work in a fast-paced environment.
- Attention to detail and quality-focused mindset.
- Good teamwork and communication abilities.
All qualified applicants shall be treated equally according to their individual qualifications, abilities, experiences and other employment standards. There will be no discrimination due to gender or gender identity, race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran/military status or any other basis protected by applicable law.
The Timken Company, a global technology leader in engineered bearings and industrial motion, designs a growing portfolio of next-generation products for diverse industries. For 125 years, Timken has used its specialized expertise to innovate and create customer-centric solutions that increase reliability and efficiency. The company posted $4.8 billion in sales in 2023 and employs more than 19,000 people globally, operating from 45 countries. Timken is one of the World's Most Innovative Companies, according to Fast Company, and has been recognized among America's Most Responsible Companies and America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity by Newsweek, the World's Most Ethical Companies® by Ethisphere and America's Most Innovative Companies by Fortune.
Why Choose Timken?
- Over a century of knowledge and innovation
- A culture of top performance
- A global, diverse environment
- Products that contribute to a sustainable world
- A conviction to improve communities around us
- Competitive salary and benefits
Nearest Major Market: Charlotte
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