Heat Treat, Saw & Laser Engraving Technician
Overview
Looking for a career—not just a job? At Proto-1 Manufacturing, we design and build custom machinery for the tube and pipe industry. Our innovative equipment, including tube deburring, end-forming, and cutoff machines, helps manufacturers improve productivity and stay competitive around the world.
At Proto-1, our employees are the foundation of our success. We foster a culture of teamwork, craftsmanship, continuous improvement, and innovation. As a Heat Treat, Saw & Laser Engraving Technician, you'll play a key role in producing high-quality precision components in a clean, modern manufacturing environment where your skills are valued and your career can continue to grow.
If you enjoy hands-on work, take pride in producing quality parts, and want to be part of a collaborative team, we'd love to hear from you.
Primary Responsibilities
- Work safely at all times while maintaining productivity and quality standards.
- Load and unload materials for heat treat furnaces, laser engraving equipment, surface grinder, and saws.
- Wrap and unwrap tool steel for heat treating.
- Program and operate heat treat furnaces using established process recipes and monitor furnace temperatures throughout the cycle.
- Cut steel stock to length using horizontal band saws.
- Operate laser engraving equipment to mark manufactured parts, including running existing programs and creating new engraving programs as needed.
- Set up and operate a surface grinder, making adjustments to achieve required dimensions and finishes.
- Read and interpret shop drawings, work orders, and specifications.
- Verify drawings and job documentation match production requirements.
- Perform in-process inspections using calipers, micrometers, height gages, hardness testers, and other measuring equipment.
- Complete quality inspections and required production documentation.
- Monitor product quality and communicate any manufacturing concerns to the Shop Manager.
- Perform routine equipment inspections and assist with preventative maintenance.
- Submit maintenance requests and notify supervisors of equipment issues or unsafe conditions.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
Minimum Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Two or more years of manufacturing or machine shop experience preferred.
- Experience with heat treating, saw operation, laser engraving, or surface grinding is a plus; training is available for the right candidate.
- Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings.
- Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
- Ability to accurately use measuring instruments, including calipers, micrometers, and hardness testers.
- Basic math skills and the ability to perform shop calculations.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work.
- Self-motivated with the ability to prioritize tasks and work independently.
- Team-oriented with good communication skills.
- Willingness to work overtime when needed.
- Valid driver's license.
Physical Requirements
- Work in a manufacturing environment with moderate noise and seasonal temperature changes.
- Stand and walk for most of the workday.
- Frequently lift and move materials weighing up to 65 pounds.
Benefits
We value our employees and offer a competitive benefits package, including:
- First-shift position with flexible scheduling options: Four 10-hour days, Four 9-hour days with a half-day Friday, Five 8-hour days
- Paid vacation: 80 hours starting, 120 hours after 5 years, 140 hours after 10 years, 160 hours after 15 years
- 80 hours of paid holidays annually
- 401(k) with company match
- Health insurance (Co-Pay and HSA plan options)
- Dental insurance
- Company-paid life insurance
- Company-paid short-term disability insurance
- Annual performance bonus based on company and individual performance
- Safety shoe reimbursement
- Prescription safety glasses reimbursement
- Employee referral bonus program
- Clean, bright, organized manufacturing facility
- Thanksgiving turkey and Christmas ham from a local butcher
Join Our Team
If you're looking for a long-term career with a company that values craftsmanship, quality, and continuous improvement, we'd love to hear from you. Join Proto-1 Manufacturing and become part of a team that builds innovative equipment used by manufacturers around the world.
Apply today!
Pay: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- On-the-job training
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
Work Location: In person
