We are seeking a dedicated Heat Treat Operator to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for operating vacuum furnaces, including freezers and quench tanks, and ensuring that all processes meet quality standards and customer specifications.

Responsibilities

• Ensure quality meets ARP-1962 and customer specifications.
• Operate vacuum furnaces, including freezer and quench tanks.
• Mix and apply slurry on parts and components.
• Verify calibration stickers and tooling to ensure specifications.
• Perform visual inspection on braze joints before and after heat treating.
• Conduct Rockwell Inspection on parts or test samples.
• Complete all associated paperwork and job functions.
• Stack parts in baskets and verify cleanliness before loading into ovens.
• Monitor equipment and adjust controls to maintain specified temperatures.
• Record data from each run and perform preventative maintenance.
• Apply braze parts for aerospace components as per print.
• Maintain a clean work area at all times.

• Experience with heat treat processes, including Aluminum and Vacuum Heat Treat.
• Ability to perform inspections and apply slurry.
• High school diploma or GED.
• 0-5 years of experience for Level 1 or 5+ years for Level 3.
• Capability to learn computer programming for controls.
• Dexterity to handle small, delicate parts.
• Excellent communication and cooperation skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Understanding of AHT and VHT processes.

• Entry-level position with basic skills to perform routine tasks.
• Ability to work with supervision or under defined procedures.
• Certifications in Rockwell, Conductivity, TYS (3 years), and Hotwork.
• Ability to drive and operate a forklift.

Join our team and benefit from a direct hire opportunity with the chance to work in a supportive environment where continuous learning is encouraged. We value work-life balance and provide a platform for growth and development in the field of heat treatment.

Work Environment

This position operates on a 1st Shift, Monday through Friday, from 5:30 AM to 2 PM. The physical demands include regular communication, using hands and arms, and occasional exposure to fumes or chemicals. The noise level is moderate, and you must be capable of lifting up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities such as close vision and depth perception are required.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Phoenix, Arizona.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $37440.00 - $54080.00/yr.

Medical
Dental
Vision
Life and AD&D Insurance
Disability insurance

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Phoenix,AZ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 24, 2025.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.