List the job's essential or most important functions and responsibilities. Include all important aspects of the job -- whether performed daily, weekly, monthly, or annually; and any that occur at irregular intervals.

Furnace Operator III Duties:

• Operate all three types of furnaces including coating, vacuum and CVD furnace.
• Load and unload furnaces, read and check furnace charts.
• Pack and unpack parts in retorts.
• Understand where coating samples are placed in coating runs.
• Dry hone components.
• Complete log books thoroughly and properly.
• Change thermocouples.
• Sift and blend powders to make up new powder.
• TUS and SAT set up and monitoring.
• Provide coating samples to Metallurgy lab with accurate information listed.
• Obtain coating cycles from the metallurgy lab.
• Documenting travelers after operations have been performed.
• Follow lean manufacturing principles.
• Maintain and improve 5-S principles. Focal point/lead for 5-S activities in furnace area.
• Mentor/trainer on furnaces operations for new employees.
• Maintain production standards/quality.
• Regular attendance and punctuality.
• Adhere to and promote Corporate Code of Ethical Standards.
• Ensures compliance with Company IPM/QPM and ISO quality requirements.
• Adhere to all Company safety requirements and standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Vacuum up coating powder from behind sifters and V-blenders as needed.
• Assist in surveying when needed.

QualificationsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily

List the requirements below that are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to successfully accomplish the essential duties of the job.

• Ability to monitor furnace charts and related equipment
• Ability to interpret and work from blueprints and equipment manuals
• Ability to read, interpret and understand work in-process documents
• Knowledge of chemical powders processing
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Self-motivated with a high level of ownership and accountability
• Lean skills continually drives process improvements
• Team building skills

List preferred job related qualifications if different from above.

• Must be fluent in English, i.e. speaking, reading, writing

List the level of education and/or experience needed to successfully accomplish the essential duties of this job.

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to pass various tests including annual furnace exams
• Must perform duties correctly and meet performance standards within the first six (6) months of position
• Must be able to become certified on two furnace operations within the first six (6) months of position
• Vacuum/CVD Furnace Operator Certifications required