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Job Title: Furnace Operator** **Job Description

We are seeking a dynamic and driven Furnace Operator responsible for operating and maintaining high-temperature furnaces used in melting, heat treating, and processing metal alloys. This role plays a critical part in ensuring material integrity and quality standards are met for production. The Furnace Operator will follow strict process controls, safety guidelines, and documentation procedures to maintain consistent manufacturing outcomes.

Responsibilities

+ Operate and monitor induction and vacuum furnaces for melting and heat-treating metal alloys.

+ Load and unload materials into furnaces following established safety and process procedures.

+ Set, monitor, and record furnace temperature cycles, vacuum levels, and timing parameters according to work instructions and specifications.

+ Perform in-process inspections and measurements to ensure materials meet metallurgical and mechanical requirements.

+ Maintain accurate records of batch processing data, furnace logs, and quality documentation in compliance with quality standards.

+ Perform preventative maintenance and basic troubleshooting of furnace equipment.

+ Handle, transport, and store raw materials, crucibles, and finished metal products safely.

+ Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, and Production teams to resolve process issues and improve operational efficiency.

+ Follow all safety, environmental, and cleanroom procedures related to metal melting and handling.

Essential Skills

+ High school diploma or equivalent (GED).

+ Experience in a manufacturing, foundry, or furnace operation environment.

+ Basic mechanical and technical aptitude with the ability to read and interpret technical documents, work orders, and blueprints.

+ Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and safety standards.

+ Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in a high-temperature environment while wearing appropriate PPE.

+ Willingness to work in a cleanroom or controlled manufacturing area.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Must be able to push/pull 50 lbs.

+ Must be able to bend and squat at least 10 times per hour.

+ Must be able to wear respiratory protection.

+ Must be able to climb stairs and ladders.

+ Must be able to operate all overhead cranes.

+ Must be able to operate forklifts.

+ Experience working with shape memory alloys.

+ Prior experience in vacuum furnace or induction melting operations.

+ Knowledge of metallurgical processes, heat treatment cycles, and metal forming principles.

+ Experience in a regulated manufacturing environment (medical device, aerospace, or defense).

Why Work Here?

Join a leading company specializing in medical device manufacturing, where innovation and quality are at the forefront. Benefit from a collaborative work environment that encourages growth and development. Enjoy a role that offers a balance between challenging work and a supportive team atmosphere.

Work Environment

The work environment involves operating in a regulated, high-temperature manufacturing setting with strict adherence to safety and quality standards. Employees will work in a cleanroom or controlled manufacturing area, utilizing advanced technologies and equipment such as induction and vacuum furnaces, overhead cranes, and forklifts. Appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) is required to ensure safety in this high-temperature environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of New Hartford, NY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $30.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job

classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be

subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision

• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

• Short and long-term disability

• Health Spending Account (HSA)

• Transportation benefits

• Employee Assistance Program

• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in New Hartford,NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 19, 2026.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.