<p>Essential Knowledge and Skills:</p> <ul> <li>3-7 years in a manufacturing engineering role with direct hands-on experience in heat treatment processes. </li><li>Strong working knowledge of pyrometry, thermocouple placement, and temperature uniformity surveys (TUS). </li><li>Proven track record with process qualifications (PPAP, FAI) and continuous improvement projects. </li><li>Experience working with metallurgical labs to interpret hardness testing, microstructure evaluations, and process validations. </li><li>Familiarity with managing furnaces (vacuum, atmosphere, induction, or other specialized heat treat equipment). </li><li>Experience creating and maintaining work instructions, travelers, and process specifications. </li><li>Exposure to ERP/MRP systems for manufacturing routings and BOMs. </li><li>Strong skills in data analysis (yield rates, process capability, SPC). </li></ul> <p>Preferred Qualifications:</p> <ul> <li>Aerospace (especially NADCAP-accredited heat treat operations). </li><li>Automotive (especially IATF 16949-compliant environments with CQI-9 standards). </li><li>Defense/Military manufacturing. </li><li>Industrial equipment manufacturing with critical heat treat components (e.g., gears, fasteners, high-strength parts). </li></ul> <p>Benefits/Salary:</p> <p>The position includes competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance (medical, dental, vision), excellent 401k matching program, paid holidays and vacation. The salary range for this position is $88K to $110K.</p> <p>Key Responsibilities:</p> <p>The position is dedicated to the technical support of Heat Treat Manufacturing Processes.</p> <ul> <li>Own and optimize heat treat manufacturing processes (e.g., hardening, tempering, annealing) for quality, efficiency, and throughput. </li><li>Drive process improvements using Lean, Six Sigma, and SPC (Statistical Process Control) methodologies. </li><li>Develop, validate, and standardize heat treat procedures per industry standards (AMS 2750, CQI-9, NADCAP requirements). </li><li>Lead root cause investigations (RCAs) and corrective actions for non-conformances in the heat treat area. </li><li>Maintain and ensure compliance with all internal and external audit requirements (NADCAP, ISO9001, AS9100). </li><li>Collaborate closely with Quality, Maintenance, Production, and Engineering teams on daily issues and strategic projects. </li><li>Support capital equipment upgrades, selection, and installation (furnaces, quenching systems, etc.). </li><li>Train operators and technicians on best practices for heat treating and part handling. </li></ul>