Heat Treat Team Leader

Description: 

The Heat Treat Team Leader shall operate in the functions of heat treating pipe material and leading the Heat Treat team members on daily operational duties and other assignments per management in accordance with plant policies and procedures.  

Working Conditions:  

Working conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment; hot when weather is hot and cold when weather is cold. Greasy, dirty and noisy environment.  Work involves lifting, pulling and/or pushing of materials and product up to 30 pounds. Standing and walking considerable distances. Operation requires the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) to include but not limited to; eye safety glasses, hearing protection, work boots, and hardhats. Loose fitting clothes and jewelry are not permitted.  

Qualifications: 

A High School diploma or equivalent with minimum of 2 years of Heat Treat operation experience. 

Basic reading, writing, and arithmetic skills required. Capable of working MS Office suite - especially Excel. 

Manual dexterity required for operating, machinery, hand tools and hand held technical devices. 

Knowledge of the manufacturing processes, procedures, such as normalizing, Quenching and tempering and machinery operation. 

Employee must be able to work with a flexible schedule which may require over-time. 

Responsibilities: 

To produce a product that meet the required specifications throughout the first and last article of the heat treat process. 

Check that cooling tower, furnaces, components, lines and valves are properly serviced before start up. 

Responsible to support the continuous production throughout the Heat Treat Operation. 

Communicate with Heat Treat Supervisor any concerns or questions to achieve a quality product as well as reporting any problems with the equipment. 

Document the test results and production performance. 

Responsible for leading the Heat Treat team members on daily operational duties and other assignments per management. 

Inputting information into M.E.S. 

Operate within standard operating procedures (SOPs) and Job Safety Analysis (JSAs). 

Ensure a clean department and that the Heat Treat Department is operated at the highest safety standards. 

Supports HSE-related programs that will increase awareness and promote a safety culture. 

Employee must follow all PPE policies and safety rules. 

Activities: 

Employee must report to his immediate supervisor for briefing on daily tasks. 

Set up of Austenizing and Tempering Furnace temperatures, also quench elevation and pressure. 

 Maintain good housekeeping practices in the work area and keep it free and clear of debris. 

Monitor the Heat Treat Line for stoppage. 

Day-to-day activities associated with heat treat including corrective actions, achieving customer specifications, adhering to quality procedures, and meeting on-time delivery expectations.  

Actively involved with the regular checking of equipment for gas leaks, water leaks, burner functionality, bearing operation, thermo couple placement and functionality, cooling tower efficiency and furnace insulation quality. All non-conformances in terms of equipment operational irregularities must be recorded and reported to the manager immediately. 

Work closely with QA lab personnel in terms of receiving feedback on tested product.  

Complete Job Safety Analysis on a daily basis. 

Conduct daily safety tool box meetings. 

This position may require operating a Forklift and Overhead Crane.  

Other duties as assigned. 

Authority and Obligation: 

This position has the authority to stop heat treat operations if he deems it necessary, for reasons of possible quality and equipment damage.