David peterson
Las Vegas
Summary
Dynamic Heat Treat Technician with proven expertise at Super Heat, skilled in quenching techniques and quality inspection. Recognized for enhancing production efficiency through process improvements and effective teamwork. Adept at troubleshooting and maintaining equipment, ensuring safety compliance while achieving optimal material properties. Committed to continuous learning and professional development.
Heat treatment professional with extensive hands-on experience in metal processing and thermal treatment. Skilled in optimizing heat cycles to enhance material properties while maintaining high standards of safety and quality. Known for strong team collaboration, adaptability, and focus on achieving consistent and reliable results.
Experienced with various heat treatment processes, including annealing, tempering, and hardening. Utilizes advanced thermal equipment and metallurgical knowledge to improve material strength and durability. Strong understanding of industry standards and procedures, ensuring high-quality outcomes in every project.
Proven skills preparing, monitoring and managing furnaces used in tempering, annealing and hardening different materials. Vigilant and safety-driven with OSHA training and compliance understanding. Focused on meeting and exceeding production targets with efficiency and precision.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Heat Treat Technician
Super Heat
07.2025 - Current
- Managed inventory of consumables required for daily operations while minimizing waste.
- Evaluated materials prior to heat treating to assess supply quality and presence of desired characteristics.
- Reviewed work orders to identify desired processing plans, temperatures and cycle requirements to produce optimal products.
- Completed basic and semi-skilled maintenance and repair actions on furnaces and components.
- Prepared and tended die-quenching machines to prevent warping of products.
- Inspected and sampled completed products to evaluate production quality.
- Documented defects and reported conformance issues to supervisor.
- Completed thorough measurements, tests and visual evaluations of completed products and assigned appropriate grades.
- Added identifying numbers and wording on final products with hammers and punches.
- Checked and adjusted controls to achieve necessary temperatures and heating times.
Heatstress
Analytic Stress Relileving
05.2022 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Operated furnace and quenching systems for heat treatment processes.
- Monitored temperature and time parameters to ensure quality standards.
- Conducted routine maintenance on heat treating equipment and tools.
- Assisted in developing process improvements for efficiency and consistency.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot production issues effectively.
- Documented heat treatment results and maintained accurate records for audits.
- Trained new technicians on safety protocols and operational procedures.
- Implemented best practices that enhanced productivity in heat treatment operations.
- Developed customized solutions for clients with unique requirements, demonstrating adaptability and problem-solving skills.
- Trained new technicians in proper use of heat treatment equipment, fostering a skilled workforce.
- Collaborated with metallurgists to develop effective heat treating procedures for new materials.
- Coordinated workload priorities effectively among team members based on project deadlines and client needs.
- Troubleshot issues with furnaces and other equipment, resolving problems quickly to minimize disruptions to production schedules.
- Increased production efficiency by optimizing heat treatment processes and monitoring equipment performance.
- Ensured adherence to safety protocols, maintaining a secure work environment for team members.
- Enhanced product quality by conducting thorough inspections and adjusting heat treat parameters accordingly.
- Maintained accurate records of all heat treatments performed, ensuring traceability and compliance with industry standards.
- Conducted routine calibration on temperature control systems, guaranteeing reliable performance during critical operations.
- Reduced downtime with regular maintenance checks and timely repairs of heat treat equipment.
- Assisted in the development of standard operating procedures, promoting consistency across the department.
- Served as a communication liaison between management personnel and technicians, ensuring alignment on project expectations and requirements.
- Evaluated material properties after heat treatment using hardness testing methods, ensuring desired results were achieved consistently.
- Participated in continuous improvement initiatives within the department, contributing ideas for enhanced productivity and cost savings measures.
- Streamlined workflow by implementing process improvements and organizing workspaces efficiently.
- Consulted with engineers on complex projects requiring specialized knowledge of heat treat techniques.
- Optimized quenching processes to achieve desired material properties while reducing distortion risks.
- Stayed current on emerging trends within the industry through research and training courses; applied learnings to improve internal practices.
- Met production targets by efficiently setting up equipment, fixtures and racks.
- Resolved minor problems with manual techniques such as grinding off burs and buffing pieces.
- Located and input correct program numbers to set up computer-controlled production machinery.
- d1010,d101022,p21 chrome-moly, and carbon steels
Laborer
CORT Furniture
10.2021 - 2022
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transport furniture within warehouse efficiently.
- Maintained accurate inventory records through regular stock checks and updates.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely order fulfillment and delivery schedules.
- Assisted in loading and unloading furniture, ensuring safe handling practices.
- Implemented organizational systems for improved workspace efficiency and accessibility.
- Trained new laborers on safety protocols and proper equipment usage to enhance team performance.
- Contributed to quality control by inspecting items for damage prior to shipment.
- Streamlined packing processes, reducing time spent on preparing items for dispatch.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Expanded skill set through continuous learning of new techniques, tools, and equipment related to laborer tasks.
- Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
Education
GED -
Rite of Passage
Yerington, NV01-2006
Skills
- Quenching techniques
- Precision measuring
- Hardness testing
- Heat treatment processes
- Process documentation
- Temperature control
- Metallurgical testing
- Furnace operation
- Workplace safety
- Quality inspection
- Precision measurement
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Troubleshooting skills
- Organizational skills
- Team collaboration
- Mechanical skills
- Temperature maintenance
- Active listening
- Effective communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Material handling
- Basic computer skills
- Decision-making
- Hand tool use
- Detail-oriented
- Physical strength
- Safety compliance
- Safety procedures
- Tool operation
- Parts quenching
- Machine setup
- Equipment cleaning
- Documentation skills
- Team building
- Data entry
- Task prioritization
- Stress tolerance
- Equipment operation
- Self motivation
- Technical troubleshooting
- Interpersonal skills
- Analytical thinking
- Goal setting
- Professionalism
- Interpersonal communication
Timeline
Heat Treat Technician
Super Heat
07.2025 - Current
Heatstress
Analytic Stress Relileving
05.2022 - Current
Laborer
CORT Furniture
10.2021 - 2022
GED -
Rite of Passage