Braze Operator
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PAULO PRODUCTS COMPANY
Willoughby, OH, US
Summary
The Braze Operator is responsible for preparing, cleaning, and assembling parts for furnace brazing while ensuring quality standards are met. They must accurately document production activities, maintain equipment, and follow safety protocols within the plant.
Job Description
Job DetailsLevel: EntryJob Location: Cleveland Division - Willoughby, OH 44094Salary Range: $19.10 - $20.11 HourlyJob Shift: 1st ShiftProduction Team Member – Braze Operator
$19.10 per hour
Paulo Cleveland – 4428 Hamann Pkwy Willoughby, OH 44094
We are looking to fill a production role (Braze Operator) in our plant in Willoughby, OH (44094). This is a permanent position that offers stability and the opportunity to grow within the company. Paulo is looking for people who are seeking a career, not just a job. Experience in heat treating isn’t necessary, but a willingness to learn, grow, and improve your skills is.
Prepare parts for furnace brazing by cleaning, assembling, fixturing, and applying alloy to product.
Inspect product visually and dimensionally, using specified inspection equipment.
Clean component parts with acetone, solvent, soap and water, and/or grinding tools with burrs.
Apply braze paste, preforms, rings, tape, foil, and/or shim stock to assemblies prior to loading into the furnace.
Match customer paperwork with parts.
Properly follow and utilize the color cone system used throughout the process for product traceability throughout the plant.
Fill out a PICS shop order and accurately follow each step(s) to effectively and accurately complete work on customer parts.
Mix alloy powder and binder to proper specifications to create braze paste to specification.
Assemble parts prior to brazing with equipment, such as an arbor press, punch press, wiring, hammer and punch, or by spot welding.
Fixture parts for brazing according to PICS and work instructions.
Move parts to designated furnace areas using racks, hand carts and potentially other material handling devices, but not limited to floor jack, electric lift, and forklift.
Inspect brazed assemblies, per instructions and specifications.
Fill out inspection results on PICS shop orders, along with adding proper rework/reject codes as needed, and record in any designated log books.
Move inspected parts to the next area designated on the PICS shop order.
Hand stamp parts, as required, with serial numbers for traceability.
Fill out return goods form and attach a copy to shop order and place one copy in packing container.
Report discrepancies and equipment problems to Area Manager or Maintenance Department.
Fill out and submit a production worksheet on a daily basis and be able to meet specified production rates.
Log daily activity detailing jobs processed and inspected.
Keep area clean and organized at all times. Reference 5S board for specific tasks.
Follow all plant rules and ensure that all production activities are conducted in a safe manner.
Help and support other areas or departments, as needed or assigned.
Work in partnership with Quality Assurance to ensure standards are met to remain compliant.
Keep inventory of all necessary tools to perform the job and ensure they are in good working condition.
Ensure all scales are updated to the required calibration requirement prior to use.
QualificationsQualifications:
Must be able to pass a pre-employment physical and drug screen, this includes THC.
3 months work experience
High School Diploma or GED
Attendance is essential for success.
Paulo Cleveland is a 24 hour, 7-day a week facility. Weekends may be required and overtime will be mandatory.
Must be able to pass a pre-employment physical and drug screen, this includes THC.
Competitive Benefits Package:
Medical benefits (including Teledoc Telehealth Visits)
Dental benefits
Group Life Insurance
Voluntary Life Insurance
Vision Insurance
Holiday Pay
Sickness & Accident pay
401k with employer match and employer contribution up to 5.5%
Employee Referral Bonus & chance to win annual $2,000 drawing!
Employee Assistance Program
Shift Differential for 2nd and 3rd shifts
Aalberts surface technologies - Paulo, delivers precision heat treating and thermal processing services that push the boundaries of what’s possible in metallurgical science. With locations strategically spread throughout North America, we support the world’s most innovative manufacturers across industries including aerospace, defense, automotive, power generation and beyond.
Our systems and processes are engineered from the ground up for consistency, traceability, and performance at scale. Backed by decades of expertise, our team of passionate experts goes above and beyond to ensure every part is processed with uncompromising quality and care.
Now part of Aalberts NV, a global leader in mission-critical technologies, we bring 80+ years of proven expertise together with the power of Aalberts’ global resources. Our proprietary datagineering approach—powered by our custom-built PICS (Production Information and Customer Service) system—ensures every part is traceable, consistent, and optimized for performance.
We provide heat treating services a broad range of industries, including:
Automotive & Heavy Truck
Aerospace & Defense
Agriculture
Firearms
Tool & Die
Medical
Mining, Oil & Gas
Power Generation
Founded
1943
Company size
201-500 employees
Industry
Metal Treatments
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
St. Louis, MO
Aalberts surface technologies - Paulo, delivers precision heat treating and thermal processing services that push the boundaries of what’s possible in metallurgical science. With locations strategically spread throughout North America, we support the world’s most innovative manufacturers across industries including aerospace, defense, automotive, power generation and beyond.
Our systems and processes are engineered from the ground up for consistency, traceability, and performance at scale. Backed by decades of expertise, our team of passionate experts goes above and beyond to ensure every part is processed with uncompromising quality and care.
Now part of Aalberts NV, a global leader in mission-critical technologies, we bring 80+ years of proven expertise together with the power of Aalberts’ global resources. Our proprietary datagineering approach—powered by our custom-built PICS (Production Information and Customer Service) system—ensures every part is traceable, consistent, and optimized for performance.
We provide heat treating services a broad range of industries, including:
Automotive & Heavy Truck
Aerospace & Defense
Agriculture
Firearms
Tool & Die
Medical
Mining, Oil & Gas
Power Generation
Founded
1943
Company size
201-500 employees
Industry
Metal Treatments
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
St. Louis, MO