Cleaning Equipment, Detail Oriented, Documentation, Forklift, High School Diploma, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Loading/Unloading, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Operations, Material Moving, Operations Processes, Pallet Jack, Preventative Maintenance, Quality Control, Quality Metrics, Safety Standards, Safety/Work Safety, Test & Measurement Equipment, Warehousing
High Point Location
1st shift 8am-5pm
Starting pay- $18
Heat Treater Assistant (Entry-Level)
The Heat Treater Assistant supports daily heat-treating operations in a manufacturing environment by preparing materials, reviewing production orders, assisting furnace operators, and ensuring products meet quality and safety standards. This entry-level position provides hands-on training in industrial heat-treating processes and equipment operation.
Responsibilities
- Receive, review, and organize work orders and production instructions
- Verify materials, part quantities, and customer specifications before processing
- Load and unload metal parts into furnaces, racks, baskets, or quench tanks
- Assist heat treat operators with hardening, tempering, annealing, and other heat-treating processes
- Monitor furnace temperatures, cycle times, and cooling procedures
- Maintain accurate production and processing records
- Inspect parts for visible defects, damage, or inconsistencies
- Use basic measuring and testing equipment as trained
- Move materials using carts, pallet jacks, hoists, or forklifts when certified
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of work areas and equipment
- Follow all company safety policies, PPE requirements, and quality standards
- Assist with basic equipment cleaning and preventive maintenance
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED preferred
- Previous manufacturing or warehouse experience
- Ability to read and follow work orders and instructions
- Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods
- Basic mechanical aptitude preferred
- Reliable attendance and strong work ethic
Skills Developed
- Industrial furnace operation
- Heat-treating and metal-processing procedures
- Quality inspection techniques
- Material handling and shop safety
- Production documentation and workflow processes
Work Environment
- Industrial manufacturing facility
- Exposure to heat, noise, and moving machinery
- Required use of PPE including safety glasses, gloves, steel-toe boots, and heat-resistant gear
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