Position Summary
Tampa Brass & Aluminum Corp is seeking a skilled Heat Treat Specialist to oversee all heat treating operations within a manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for managing furnace operations, developing and maintaining heat treat procedures, ensuring proper staging of castings, and maintaining equipment performance and compliance with applicable specifications and industry standards.
Key Responsibilities
Oversee daily heat treat operations including furnaces and related equipment
Develop, implement, and maintain heat treatment procedures and process controls
Stage castings and materials for proper heat treatment cycles
Monitor furnace performance to ensure consistent and reliable operation
Verify temperature controls, cycle parameters, and process accuracy
Ensure compliance with applicable industry standards, customer specifications, and quality requirements
Maintain equipment calibration, maintenance schedules, and operational readiness
Troubleshoot heat treat process issues and implement corrective actions
Work closely with Quality, Production, and Engineering teams to support production flow
Maintain accurate process records, logs, and documentation for audits and traceability
Qualifications
Required:
3+ years of experience in heat treat operations or metallurgical processing
Strong knowledge of furnace operations and heat treatment processes
Experience working with castings or metal manufacturing environments
Ability to read and interpret technical specifications and process requirements
Strong attention to detail and understanding of quality control standards
Preferred:
Experience in brass or aluminum heat treating
Familiarity with aerospace or defense manufacturing standards
Knowledge of furnace controls, calibration, and maintenance practices
Lean manufacturing or continuous improvement experience
Work Environment
Industrial manufacturing environment with exposure to high-temperature equipment
Requires adherence to strict safety protocols and PPE usage
Standing, lifting, and handling of metal components required
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Tampa Brass & Aluminum Corporation is an equal opportunity employer . We do not tolerate discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, age, or disability/handicap in any aspect of employment including recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, wages, benefits, or other conditions.
