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Job Description: Production Operator (Vacuum Heat Treatment)Position Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented and safety-conscious Production Operator to join our thermal processing team. In this role, you will be responsible for preparing, loading, and operating state-of-the-art vacuum furnaces to heat-treat metal components according to strict aerospace, automotive, or industrial specifications. This role requires precision, a robust work ethic, and a commitment to quality.

Key Responsibilities1. Furnace Operation & Monitoring
- Load and unload vacuum furnaces utilizing forklifts, hoists, and manual material handling equipment.
- Select, set up, and start prescribed thermal cycles and recipes on furnace control panels.
- Monitor vacuum levels, leak rates, and temperature profiles during cycles to ensure they match customer specifications.

2. Parts Preparation & Fixturing




- Rigorously clean and degrease metal parts prior to loading to prevent contamination under vacuum.
- Rack and fixture parts efficiently to maximize furnace load capacity while ensuring uniform heating and cooling (quenching).
- Apply stop-off coatings or masking agents where required.

3. Quality Control & Inspection
- Perform post-heat-treat visual inspections and dimensional checks.
- Conduct basic hardness testing (e.g., Rockwell or Brinell) to verify parts meet hardness requirements.
- Accurately complete routing sheets, furnace logs, and quality documentation.

4. Maintenance & Safety
- Perform daily preventative maintenance checks on vacuum pumps, seals, and cooling systems.
- Maintain a clean, organized work area (5S standards) to prevent contamination.
- Strictly adhere to all safety protocols, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) and the handling of quenching gases (like Nitrogen or Argon).

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📌 Production Operator (Sriperumbudur)
🏢 MD Enterprises
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