Job Description

SUMMARY

The Heat Treat Set Up Class B Technician is responsible for operating and setting up Austemper heat treating equipment including furnaces, oil quench, and tempering systems. This role performs all standard operator duties while independently managing machine startup, burner relights, dewpoint adjustments, and identifying next-job priorities when work boards are depleted. This position requires strong process knowledge, mechanical aptitude, and attention to quality, safety, and proper containment procedures during normal operations and unplanned interruptions.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 

• Perform all Heat Treat Operator duties.
• Turn belts on and off and safely start up machines after downtime or burn-off events.
• Adjust endothermic/natural gas systems to regulate dewpoints.
• Relight inductor, pilot, and quench burners following established safety protocols.
• Add salt to machines and oil to oil quench systems as needed.
• Review routings, QFs, and QJIs in PLEX to ensure proper process compliance.
• Enter maintenance work orders in PLEX for any mechanical issues.
• Contain parts properly in the event of power loss.
• If work board is empty, identify and prioritize next part from the appropriate lane.
• Maintain all standard documentation, logs, and visual controls.
• Support quality and safety through accurate checks and reporting.
• Perform other responsibilities as assigned by supervisor or lead.

COMPETENCIES

• Attention to detail
• Flexibility and adaptability
• Team-oriented mindset
• Flexibility and adaptability in high-heat, fast-paced environments

 EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE 

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Prior experience in heat treat operations or thermal processing preferred.
• Familiarity with PLEX or ERP systems a plus.

TECHNICAL SKILLS & ABILITIES 

• Ability to interpret and follow heat treat routings, QF forms, and QJI work instructions.
• Basic computer skills for data entry and label creation.
• Capable of reading gauges, timers, and control panel indicators.
• The ability to enter work orders and log production events using PLEX.

 SOFT SKILLS

• Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors
• Maintains safety awareness and professionalism
• Flexible and responsive to production priorities
• Consistently reliable with attendance and shift performance

 PHYICAL DEMANDS 

• Must regularly stand, walk, reach with hands and arms.
• Must frequently lift or move up to 50 lbs and occasionally up to 100 lbs.
• Must be able to work in high-temperature environments, particularly during summer months.
• Must have good vision, hearing, and the ability to communicate clearly.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described below are representative of those a team member may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Regular exposure to moving mechanical parts.
• Noise levels in the work environment are typically moderate although hearing protection is required. 

Benefits: 

• Medical - 1st of the month following hire date. 
• Dental, Vision, Short Term Disability, & Life Insurance
• Free ASPC Health and Wellness Clinic - located in Grand Haven 
• $100 annually for safety boots 
• Prescription safety glasses program 
• Paid Holidays & your birthday is a paid holiday.

Automatic Spring Products Corporation is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status. We are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals and will take the necessary steps to ensure reasonable accommodations are provided for those with disabilities