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Due to the nature of our business and a heavy industrial market, Bodycote deems this position to be safety-sensitive.

Position Summary:

Based in Santa Fe Springs, CA the Forming Technician will perform essential job functions associated with heat treatment under the direction of the Production Supervisor to meet customer specifications including assisting other employees as needed.

We are looking for a talented and motivated individual to join our team as a Forming Technician. Depending on your skills and experience, this role may be filled at one of the following levels:

Level C: Entry Level: Zero to two years of forming experience in metal forming and knowledge of heat treating. You will be expected to learn and grow in your role, with guidance from senior team members. Assists with routine mechanical forming with hydraulic presses and tooling and prepare material for operation.

Level B: Mid-Level: Minimum two to three years of forming experience in metal forming and knowledge of heat treating. You should have a proven track record, along with the ability to work independently and collaborate across teams. Performs routine mechanical forming with hydraulic presses and tooling- and prepare material for operation.

Level A: Senior-Level: Minimum of three to five years of experience in metal forming and knowledge of heat treating. You will lead initiatives, mentor junior team members, and make strategic contributions to the department. Perform routine mechanical forming with hydraulic presses and tooling- prepare material for operation and assists with the training of Forming Technician B’s and C’s.

Essential Job Functions (Duties and Responsibilities): The primary duties consist of, but are not limited to the following:

• Ability to handle hot parts up to 1600°F while performing forming operations.

• Ability to reading work orders/blueprints, tooling/die setup, press operation, and forming titanium, aluminum, and stainless

• Performs hot and cold forming of aerospace components using hydraulic presses and tooling to meet customer specifications

• Checks and records straightness, flatness, angles or dimensional records as required by work orders.

• Promotes safety and good housekeeping practices. Must work in a manner consistent with the EMS.

• This position is responsible for the care and treatment of our customer’s inventory and as such will perform duties in a safe and responsible manner to prevent customer loss or damage.

• Must have the ability to report for work on time, follow directions, interact effectively with co-workers, understand and follow rules and procedures and accept constructive criticism.

• Performs other tasks as assigned or dictated by position.

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• This position must satisfy ITAR compliance requirements, therefore candidates must be U.S. Citizens or Permanent Resident Card Holder.

• Education – High school diploma or equivalent

• Preferred Experience: Minimum of three to five years in heat treating.

• Language Skills: Must be able to communicate effectively orally and in writing.

• Must be able to work overtime or any shift, including weekends as needed.

• Must be able to work the required shifts, Training is approx. 6 months on 1st shift: 6:00am-2:30pm, Mon-Fri. Permanent shift is on 2nd shift: 2:00pm-10:30pm, Mon-Fri.

• Must be able to wear protective safety equipment as required.

• Must have some knowledge of heat treating, testing, commercial/aircraft/aerospace materials.

• Must have basic math skills and mechanical aptitude.

• Must have the basic ability to read taper gauges, thickness gauges, and calipers.

• Must be able to read blueprints.

• Must have 1 yr experience with forklifts and cranes/hoists.

Physical & Mental Demands: The following physical and mental demands consist of, but are not limited to the following.

• Must be able to work in a standing position for extended periods of time

• Manual dexterity to perform handle tooling and parts.

• Must be able to obtain and maintain forklift operator certification.

• Ability to bend, pull, stoop, climb, twist, and reach to perform functions.

• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs.

• May be exposed to heat, fumes, noise, and humidity, etc.

• Must have the cognitive and mental capacity to perform essential job functions.

• Visual acuity to read documents, computer screens, files, etc.

• Ability to hear in person and via phone.

Pay & Benefits Information

The hourly pay range for this position is $22.50-$30.00 per hour. Starting pay is determined based on experience, skills, and qualifications. This position is classified as non-exempt and is eligible for overtime pay in accordance with state and federal law.

This role is eligible for additional compensation, including shift differential, etc., if applicable.

Benefits include employee and family medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage; company paid life and disability; HSA/FSA options; 401(k) with company match; paid time off and paid holidays; and an Employee Assistance Program. Benefits eligibility begins on day 61 of employment.

This position is eligible for a $1,500 sign-on retention bonus!

Candidates must pass a pre-employment drug screen and basic physical; have the ability to work full-time, 40+ hours per week. Hours for this role are 1st shift: 6:00am - 2:30pm.

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and levels of the work performed by employees, but are not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, the job description does not constitute a written or implied contract for employment. Bodycote reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.

Bodycote is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against current and prospective employees based on race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age for individuals over forty years of age, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state and local laws.