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Induction Furnace Heat Treat Operator - 2nd Shift

Fenton, 2480 OWEN RD, FENTON, Michigan, United States of America Req #2444

Wednesday, May 7, 2025

We believe our employees are the reason for our success, and our compensation and benefits are designed to reflect that belief.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Shop Hourly Position

JOB TITLE:

Induction Heat Treat Operator

JOB CODE:

PLANT LOCATION:

Fenton

PAY TIER:

Date Created / Updated:

10/16/2023

GENERAL SUMMARY OF THE JOB

Independently sets up and operates the Induction Heat Treat, while maintaining quality standards to meet customer requirements. Continuous Improvement of processes and products are an ongoing function of this position.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

+ Knows the proper settings on the lepel units and the feeding systems, “RF” power and “grid” meter settings, chain speed and hopper speed settings, dial speeds on the dial and stud machines.

+ Qualified to set up the feeding systems; vibratory feeder bowl and air jets, feed rail and top rail, coil block and coil height, proper dial selections for the various size of parts, find and repair minor problems inside the lepel units, assist in troubleshooting and major repairs to the lepel units.

+ Water flow and electrical problems.

+ Replace oscillator tubes, PC boards, transformer, etc.

+ Any general maintenance that can be done which does not require maintenance department personnel.

+ Helps to maintain the stock of spare parts.

+ Maintains the efficient feeding of parts.

+ Keeps downtime to minimum, set-up machines quickly and efficiently, make repairs as needed.

+ Able to run an extra machine when the workload increases.

+ Facilitates the flow of product through the department, helps determine follow-ups and cut-ins while maintaining production levels.

+ Able to read an Induction print.

+ Qualified to set up parts according to the print

+ Qualified to perform the necessary Quality Control Tests, File test, Macro test (section & acid etch), drive test (when necessary).

+ Able to record the results of the Quality Control Tests on the proper log sheets or safety sheets.

+ Able to assist in troubleshooting Quality problems.

+ Qualified to fill out any necessary paperwork, Induction Heat Treat log sheets, safety sheets, production cards.

+ Knows the reporting procedure for the Q.A.D. system.

+ Knows how to perform scale transactions.

EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES REQUIRED

+ Prior experience as an Induction Heat Treat Operator.

+ Knowledge in ISO/QS/TS requirements.

+ Ability to consistently meet production and quality standards.

+ Ability to demonstrate the knowledge and understanding of all required operator documentation.

+ Ability to legibly complete records and documentation.

+ Good communication and teamwork skills.

+ Ability to identify routine problem causation and correct routine problems.

+ Knowledge of basic math

+ Mechanical aptitude preferred.

+ Ability to possess a valid forklift license.

+ 1 – 2 years of experience operating Induction Heat Treat equipment is a plus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT (ADA Requirements - US only):

Exposure to Environmental Conditions

Amount of Time

None

Under 1/3

1/3 To 2/3

Over 2/3

Wet or humid conditions (non-weather)

Work near moving mechanical parts

Work in high, precarious places

Fumes or airborne particles

Toxic or caustic chemicals

Outdoor weather conditions

Extreme cold (non-weather)

Extreme heat (non-weather)

Risk of electrical shock

Work with explosives

Risk of radiation

Vibration

Noise Exposure

Very quiet (examples: forest trail isolation booth for hearing test)

Quiet (examples: library private office)

Moderate noise (examples: business office with computers and printers light traffic)

Loud (examples: metal can manufacturing department large earth-moving equipment)

Very loud (examples: jack hammer work front row at rock concert)

Environmental Conditions

* Factory conditions vary but machines give off heat, smoke/mist,

*All equipment has moving mechanical parts.

*Machine operators must work with oils and other chemicals in the manufacturing of parts and in cleaning of work areas.

*Because wiring is present, there is some minor risk of electrical shock while operating equipment.

*When in operation, machines will vibrate, as will the feeding systems of some equipment.

*Hearing protection is required PPE due to consistent decibel levels present when equipment is operating.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS (ADA Requirements - US only):

Physical Activities

Amount of Time

None

Under 1/3

1/3 To 2/3

Over 2/3

Stand

Walk

Sit

Use hands to finger, handle, or feel

Reach with hands and arms

Climb or balance

Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl

Talk or hear

Taste or smell

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Lifting Ability

Amount of Time

None

Under 1/3

1/3 To 2/3

Over 2/3

Up to 10 pounds

Up to 25 pounds

Up to 40 pounds

Up to 100 pounds (with assistance)

More than 100 pounds (with assistance)

Vision Requirements

Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less)

Distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more)

Color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors)

Peripheral vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point)

Depth perception (three-dimensional vision ability to judge distances and spatial relationships)

Ability to adjust focus (ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus)

No special vision requirements.

Additional Physical Demands

*Standing/walking required to perform machine setup/operation, material handling, and data recording.

*Sitting may be required to perform some machine operation and data recording.

*Gripping/handling/fine finger movements are required for machine setup/operation, mechanical adjustments, gaging of parts, housekeeping, and control/switch operation.

*Reaching, climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching are physical requirements associated with setting up and operating equipment.

*Talking and hearing may be necessary to communicate effectively with co-workers and supervisors; as well as to hear alarms, pages, and machine noises.

*Pulling/pushing of parts on wheeled devices may reach a weight of 300 pounds.

ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH AND SAFETY

All employees shall:

+ Obey all safety rules

+ Wear mandated personal protective equipment

+ Attend all EH&S training

+ Report all injuries immediately

+ Practice good housekeeping

+ Report all chemical spills immediately

+ Place waste in proper locations and appropriate containers

+ Report all safety hazards immediately

We consider all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, marital status, handicap, genetic infiltration, disability or status as a veteran. Fontana reserves the right to require a drug screening at any time during the employment process.

Other details

+ Job Family Machine Oper - Semi Skilled

+ Job Function MNF - Manufacturing

+ Pay Type Hourly

+ Fenton, 2480 OWEN RD, FENTON, Michigan, United States of America