Heat Treat Operator
GKN Aerospace
El Cajon, CA
10.1997 - 2026
- Operated heat treat furnaces to ensure precise temperature control for aerospace components.
- Monitored heat treatment cycles, documenting parameters for quality assurance purposes.
- Conducted inspections of treated materials, identifying defects or inconsistencies in processes.
- Maintained equipment and tools, ensuring compliance with safety and operational standards.
- Assisted in training new operators on heat treat procedures and safety protocols.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to refine heating processes for improved efficiency.
- Adhered to industry regulations and company policies, ensuring safe working conditions at all times.
- Increased customer satisfaction with timely completion of work orders, resulting from effective scheduling and prioritization of tasks.
- Supported continuous improvement initiatives through active participation in process audits and evaluations.
- Ensured workplace safety by adhering to company policies and guidelines regarding personal protective equipment and hazardous materials handling.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot issues related to furnace operations, ensuring minimal production delays.
- Facilitated smooth workflow by organizing work area according to standard operating procedures and 5S principles.
- Maintained strong lines of communication with other departments, effectively addressing interdepartmental issues related to scheduling, quality, and material availability.
- Increased overall productivity by training new employees on proper procedures for operating heat treat equipment and handling materials safely.
- Met production targets by efficiently setting up equipment, fixtures and racks.
- Operated Type and Type machines to harden, anneal and heat-treat metals.
- Kept production flowing in Type, Type and Type furnaces with proficient loading and unloading.