1st Shift - IQ Furnace Operator

Staffing Support Specialists
United States, Wisconsin, Waukesha
Apr 15, 2025
Position: IQ Furnace Operator Position Location: Waukesha, WI 53189 Position Hours: 2 nd Shift 2:00pm - 10:30pm M-F 17% shift premium Position Wage: Starting at $20 per hour (plus based on experience) Job Description: The IQ Furnace Operator is responsible for ensuring the safe & efficient operation of all Allcase cell equipment. Properly scheduling work to be done, inspecting, loading, unloading, programing & monitoring furnaces will be the focus for this role. Promptly reporting any concerns to the shift foreman will be crucial. Principle Duties & Responsibilities: Operator will be responsible for the following set up & monitoring Temperature controller Over-temperature controller Chart recorders Furnace thermo-couples Proper gas flows including the following Natural gas Endothermic gas Nitrogen gas Ammonia gas Oil temperature monitoring - cooling / heating / levels Agitation monitoring Proper loading & racking of parts to minimize distortion Understand tempering guidelines based off of actual AQ hardness readings Learn start up, loading & shut down procedures for each piece of equipment in cell Operator will be responsible for overseeing the operations of the generator including the following at a minimum Startup/shut down procedure Daily monitoring of retort temperature & dewpoint Operations of cryo-genic boxes including the following Loading/unloading Temperature controller settings Startup/shut down Determine proper inspection location for AQ testing per ASTM E-18 Rockwell hardness testing ASTM E-10 Brinell hardness testing ASTM A 956 Leeb hardness testing Understand Tagging & Transfer Procedure Safe & efficient operations of all production equipment Prioritize processing based on schedule Perform inspection using correct methods Document & report any maintenance issues to shift foreman Ensure plant organization & cleanliness Qualifications/ Requirements: All hires are contingent upon a 9-panel hair follicle drug test & background check. High school diploma or equivalent preferred Acquire/maintain forklift certification 2+ years Prior factory work preferred Basic computer skills Basic math knowledge English reading proficiency Safety-focused mindset Excellent written & verbal communication skills Excellent time management Attention to detail Organized Adaptability Self-motivated Able to work collaboratively with others Willingness to learn & take direction Physical Requirements: Proficient physical shape- able to lift 25 lbs. regularly