Advanced Heat Treat Operator, Aerospace

Schaeffler

. Set up, operate and monitor all department heat treat furnaces .

Posted 10/2/2026full-timeStratford • CanadaMid-LevelSenior💰 CA$31 - CA$36 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

Role fit

Core Competencies

Use this summary to align your resume positioning with the role.

Demonstrates expertise in operating and monitoring heat treat furnaces, troubleshooting equipment issues, and performing inspections and calibrations. Proficient in data recording and compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Heat Treat Furnace OperationTroubleshooting Equipment ProblemsDimensional InspectionsData Recording in Production SystemsCompliance with ITAR

ATS Keywords

Tailor your resume

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills

Heat Treat Distortion ControlStandard Fixturing MethodsSandblaster OperationMaterial Handling DevicesProduction Print Interpretation

Tools & Technologies

Production Tracking SystemsIMS

Certifications & Qualifications

Grade 12 DiplomaCertified Operator Program Certification

Industry Keywords

5S StandardsCanadian Controlled Goods AssessmentFacial-Hair Removal RequirementsMagnetic Interference Compliance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Set up, operate and monitor all department heat treat furnaces
Troubleshoot equipment and process problems and take corrective action within departmental procedures
Control heat treat distortion throughout specific heat treat processes using standard fixturing methods
Micro-schedule parts through furnace operations according to routered heat treat specifications
Optimize furnace load efficiency while minimizing furnace downtime
Move work between departmental operations including heat treating, tempering, stress relief and annealing
Perform parts cleaning operations
Set up and operate sandblasters for pre-treatment operations
Follow departmental work instructions for scheduled operations
Record data in routers, IMS and other production tracking systems
Perform dimensional, hardness and ferromat inspections and calibrations
Inspect own work
Train other operators as needed
Work in other departments or set up machines for other operators when required
Maintain excellent housekeeping and 5S standards

Requirements

What you’ll need

Grade 12 diploma
Demonstrated competency as Heat Treat Operator or mechanical aptitude
Ability to set up, operate and monitor heat treat furnaces
Ability to troubleshoot equipment and process problems and take corrective action
Ability to control heat treat distortion using standard fixturing methods
Ability to manually use material handling devices
Ability to set up and operate sandblasters
Ability to accurately record data in routers, IMS and other production tracking systems
Ability to perform dimensional, hardness and ferromat inspections and calibrations
Ability to read and interpret production prints
Adequate computer skills to access production procedures
Meet applicable training matrix skill requirements and maintain certification through the company Certified Operator Program
Must follow facial-hair removal requirements for fit-testing and production requirements
Must pass Canadian Controlled Goods Assessment and criminal background check
Must be compliant with International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR)
Temporary residents/international students require Canadian government exemption for access to export-controlled goods
Pacemakers and insulin pumps cannot enter Heat Treat areas due to magnetic interference

Benefits

Comp & perks

Eligible for medical and dental benefits the 1st of the month following date of hire
Regular increases, dependent upon performance, until top rate is reached
Opportunities for advancement into varying positions with higher pay scales
Up to 6% in Pension Matching Contributions, effective 60 days from benefits activation
An annual Defined Profit-Sharing Plan (dependent upon company performance)
Employee Discount programs are available for all employees
Clean, bright and climate-controlled production areas
Full-time employment
Accommodation available on request for candidates with disabilities