Heat Treater I

LISI AEROSPACE is ranked 60th in the global aerospace value chain and specializes in the design and manufacture of high-tech metal components to enhance aircraft safety and performance. Active since 1950 in the fastener market (no. 3 worldwide), LISI AEROSPACE has been a recognized player in metal components for aircraft engines and airframes since 2011. With its dedication to industrial excellence, LISI AEROSPACE aims to become a leader in costs, quality, deadlines and workplace safety. This mindset is represented at every level of our company and by all of our team members. At LISI AEROSPACE, we focus above all on advancement and flexibility. Every employee is empowered and has the latitude they need to carry out their assignments and develop their skills. We provide this mobility and training through our Corporate University, the LISI Knowledge Institute (LKI). As a result, our company is growing fast and always welcoming new talents.

**PRIMARY SUMMARY**:
Under the general supervision of department supervisor and/or technical expert performs a variety of heat treat functions on parts made of various alloys to promote change of physical properties on various metals for toughness and strength.

**ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES**:

- Performs a variety of heat treat functions involving typical operation of the austempering, hardening, tempering, processes according to blueprints, specifications, and/or special instructions.
- Checks salt bath levels and makes additions when needed, verifies belt speeds and conditions
- Sets and monitors furnace temperatures, atmospheres and dew point.
- Performs weekly SAT test per AMS 2750.
- Operates Shop Floor System and records MO information.
- Weighs parts to produce part counts.
- May perform applicable quality control in-process inspections, hardness and surface contamination tests on products, per specifications.
- May perform some “General Operator I” duties as necessary.
- Follow all 5S department procedures which include but are not limited to; keeping floors clean of oil and debris, returning tools to proper locations, organize part pans, and performs other housekeeping duties.
- Attends all required job related training (internal and external).
- All employees are responsible for complying with the rules and regulations set forth by Federal, Local, and State government, LISI Aerospace, and MDK Procedures.
- All employees are responsible for attending all training provided and for adhering to all MDK procedures, policies, and plans, conforming to reporting requirements, and safe operating procedures at all times.
- All employees are required to bring any known or suspected nonconformance for all company procedures or legal requirements to management’s attention immediately.
- Continually seek opportunities to improve our MDK performance by establishing objectives and targets, measuring progress, and reporting our results.
- Able to recognize cosmetic non-conformances based on Company specifications such as; burrs, galling, cracked edges, slug marks, dimensional changes in production parts and initiate action to prevent non-conformance such as stopping the machine and notifying Supervisor.
- Other duties may be assigned.

WAYS OF WORKING, EXPERIENCE, AND BEHAVIORS

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

- Analytical - Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; Understands the work flows and procedures.
- Technical Skills - Technical skills in manufacturing processes and methods including flow, layout, assembly and production equipment.
- Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens intently to others and seeks clarification; Provides clear and pleasant responses to inquiries regardless of the situation.
- Written Communication - Writes technical documents clearly and accurately; Transfers technical data into meaningful written documents that can be understood by all levels of the organization; Writes comprehensive well developed policies and work instructions; Writes clear actions and audit reports.
- Team Work - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests.
- Business Acumen - Understands business implications of decisions; Displays orientation to profitability.
- Cost Consciousness - Works within direction of the department’s resources; Contributes to profits and revenue; Conserves organizational resources.
- Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
- Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goa