Heat Treat

Heat Treat Operator – Starting at $19.15 + Shift Premium (if applicable)

Cosma Casting Michigan, a Magna Company | 10 Clark Road N, Battle Creek, Michigan 49037

1 Year of Forklift Experience and Valid Driver’s License Required!

Company Description

The Cosma division of Magna International provides a comprehensive range of body, chassis, and engineering solutions to global customers. Through our robust product engineering, outstanding tooling capabilities and diverse process expertise, we continue to bring lightweight and innovative products to market.

Why Work at Cosma Casting Michigan 

  • Full-Time Employment
  • Opportunities for Overtime Pay
  • On the Job Training
  • Opportunities for Career Advancement 
  • Comprehensive Benefits Package after 30 Days (see below for details)
  • Shift premiums
  • Team oriented environment 

Now hiring for the following shifts:

  • First Shift Day: Monday-Friday – 7:00am-3:10pm*
  • Second Shift Afternoon: Monday-Friday – 3:00pm-11:10pm* 
  • Third Shift Night: Monday-Friday – 11:00pm-7:10am*

*Daily mandatory overtime and additional days likely for all shifts

Employee Benefits (After 30 days probationary period)

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Rx Insurance
  • Short Term & Long-Term Disability
  • 401k with company match up to 6% (match begins after 6 months of employment)
  • Tuition Assistance (after 1 year of employment)
  • Life Insurance

Job Summary

The Heat treat operator is responsible for overseeing, coordinating and managing all material control related activities in his/her area. This position also involves the operation of production equipment while maintaining the quality of the product in a safe and efficient manner. Additional tasks may include quality assurance, performing basic troubleshooting and supporting other areas, among others.

Key Responsibilities of Heat Treat Operators

  • Monitoring Inventory levels (Min/Max)
  • Placing material in its assigned location(s) and according to area layout
  • Pulling/Staging/Delivering material as required to support production
  • Maintain First In, First Out inventory (FIFO) on all material
  • Ability to efficiently manage product flow at the straightening presses
  • Perform die changes at straightening press
  • Follow established procedures for cutting and submitting mechanical data 
  • The operator of this cell is responsible for the quality of the product that is produced at all times to meet our customer and CCMi expectations.
  • Identifying and tagging of all products that would enter or leave the cell
  • Actively participating in all day-to-day activities in Heat Treat Department (including but not limited to: 5S, housekeeping, safety programs, training courses, startup and other meetings as requested)
  • Must utilize bar code scanners for loading and unloading material in CMS
  • Following established procedures for loading and unloading Solution and ageing ovens
  • Maintain and accurately verify all required records and documents
  • Maintain the equipment used to load/unload furnaces, and report any problems to the          

Team leader or Supervisor immediately

  • Maintain a safe, clean and orderly work environment at all times
  • Report to the Team Leader or Supervisor regarding any information relative to the operations of heat treat that could be detrimental to the company (Lack of parts, incorrect recipes, damaged equipment, etc.)
  • Exhibit a team-oriented work ethic.
  • Support any area that may need assistance, according to Management’s direction.
  • Understand and promote the Cosma Way philosophies and the Magna Employee Charter
  • Perform preventative maintenance on a regular basis