Furnace Operator - Night Shift
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What you'll do
- Operate heat treat furnaces, plating systems, black dip equipment, wastewater treatment systems, evaporators, and related production equipment.
- Monitor product quality and process parameters to ensure fasteners meet Ramset specifications and customer requirements.
- Perform equipment start-up, shutdown, routine adjustments, preventive maintenance, and minor repairs to support uninterrupted operations.
- Treat wastewater and handle chemicals in accordance with company procedures and all applicable state and federal regulations.
- Maintain accurate production records, inventory transactions, load documentation, and material usage information.
- Support a safe, team-oriented manufacturing environment by operating forklifts, training team members as needed, and participating in continuous improvement efforts.
- Additional Duties as assigned.
What they're looking for
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Ability to read and follow work instructions, operating procedures, safety requirements, and quality standards.
- Basic computer skills and the ability to accurately complete production documentation and inventory transactions.
- Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively within a team environment.
- Ability to perform physical job requirements, including standing for extended periods and lifting up to 60 pounds occasionally.
Nice to have
- At least one year of manufacturing, production, industrial processing, or related experience preferred.
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Job Description:
Why this Role Matters
The Heat Treat / Plating / Waste Treatment Technician at ITW Ramset, a division of ITW, plays a critical role in ensuring the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of our heat treat, plating, and wastewater treatment processes. In this role, you help deliver high-quality fasteners that meet customer specifications while supporting environmental compliance, operational uptime, and workplace safety. Success in this position means consistently producing quality parts, maintaining reliable equipment operation, and supporting continuous production needs.
What You Will Do
Operate heat treat furnaces, plating systems, black dip equipment, wastewater treatment systems, evaporators, and related production equipment.
Monitor product quality and process parameters to ensure fasteners meet Ramset specifications and customer requirements.
Perform equipment start-up, shutdown, routine adjustments, preventive maintenance, and minor repairs to support uninterrupted operations.
Treat wastewater and handle chemicals in accordance with company procedures and all applicable state and federal regulations.
Maintain accurate production records, inventory transactions, load documentation, and material usage information.
Support a safe, team-oriented manufacturing environment by operating forklifts, training team members as needed, and participating in continuous improvement efforts.
Additional Duties as assigned.
What You Bring (Requirements)
High school diploma or GED required.
At least one year of manufacturing, production, industrial processing, or related experience preferred.
Ability to read and follow work instructions, operating procedures, safety requirements, and quality standards.
Basic computer skills and the ability to accurately complete production documentation and inventory transactions.
Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively within a team environment.
Ability to perform physical job requirements, including standing for extended periods and lifting up to 60 pounds occasionally.
What’s In It for You
Join a team that values safety, quality, accountability, and continuous improvement. This position offers the opportunity to develop specialized manufacturing skills, work with a variety of production technologies, and contribute directly to customer satisfaction and operational success. Grounded in four Core Commitments, we aim to ensure all colleagues—regardless of segment, division, geography or title—experience what differentiates ITW as a great employer. Learn more at https://careers.itw.com/us/en/working-at-itw
About ITW
Founded in 1912, Illinois Tool Works Inc. is a Fortune 300 global multi-industry manufacturing leader with revenue of $16 billion in 2025. The company’s seven industry-leading segments leverage the unique ITW Business Model to drive solid growth with best-in-class margins and returns in markets where highly innovative, customer-focused solutions are required. ITW’s approximately 43,000 dedicated colleagues around the world thrive in the company’s decentralized and entrepreneurial culture. www.itw.com
Compensation Information:
Compensation is competitive and based on experience and qualifications. The starting pay for this position is $22.00 per hour. Initial training may be conducted on the day shift. Upon successful completion of training and transition to the night shift, employees will receive an additional $2.00 per hour shift differential.
In addition to base pay, ITW offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement savings plans, paid time off, and employee assistance programs. More details on our benefits can be found at https://careers.itw.com/us/en/benefits.
ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential.
As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
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