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Posted August 21, 2026

Heat Treat Operator - Aerospace Manufacturing

TekPro
Downers Grove, IL, US Full Time
23USD - 28USD per hour

Job Description

Job Description

Our client is a long-established precision manufacturer serving industries such as aerospace, transportation, and power transmission. They specialize in producing high-quality metal components and gearing systems for OEM and industrial customers. The team is expanding and seeking a skilled Heat Treat Operator to join their 2nd shift.

Key Responsibilities
  • Set up, load, and operate heat-treat furnaces, quench presses, and washers for steel components

  • Monitor temperatures, soak times, and cycles according to process specifications

  • Perform hardness checks and basic quality inspections to verify proper results

  • Safely handle parts, trays, and baskets using hoists or lift equipment

  • Maintain accurate production and process records

  • Follow safety and housekeeping procedures at all times

Qualifications
  • 1+ year of experience in heat treat or furnace operation preferred (will train the right mechanically inclined candidate)

  • Ability to read and interpret work instructions, gauges, and micrometers

  • Basic mechanical aptitude and reliability are a must

  • Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and work in a hot industrial environment

  • Team player with attention to detail and safety

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