Anneal Vacuum Furnace Subject Matter Expert

What You Will Do

• Serve as the technical expert on annealing processes and vacuum furnace operations across the organization.
• Provide guidance on best practices, process optimization, and troubleshooting for vacuum heat treatment.
• Analyze furnace performance data to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, and production teams to ensure process consistency and efficiency.
• Oversee troubleshooting of vacuum furnaces and associated equipment to ensure optimal functionality.
• Work closely with maintenance teams to develop preventive maintenance plans and minimize downtime.
• Ensure that all annealing processes meet internal and external quality standards, including customer and regulatory requirements.
• Train and mentor operators, engineers, and other team members on vacuum furnace operations and best practices.
• Diagnose and resolve issues related to vacuum furnace operations, such as temperature uniformity, vacuum leaks, or material inconsistencies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address production challenges and implement solutions.

What You Will Bring

• 20+ years of aerospace experience in shop floor and vacuum furnace environments
• Computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Experience with AS 9100 or ISO 9001 quality standards
• Experience with a Continuous Improvement System (e.g., Lean, ACE, Six Sigma)
• Excellent communication skills and ability to clearly communicate best practices in a mentoring environment

Pay

$80/hour – $100/hour

Schedule

On-site position in Rome, NY. Must be able to commute to and from the location with your own transportation to meet required working hours.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, paid time off, and retirement plan.

U.S. citizenship is required due to the nature of the work. No travel is required.