Heat Treatment Operator Junior

About the role

Westinghouse Electric Company is seeking a Heat Treatment Operator Junior to join its nuclear fabrication team in Monfalcone, Italy. The role focuses on operating furnace and localized thermal‑treatment equipment to complete post‑welding heat treatments in a high‑tech nuclear environment.

Key responsibilities

• Perform pre‑start‑up checks on heat‑treatment equipment.
• Prepare furnaces or localized thermal‑treatment stations for scheduled operations.
• Monitor heating and cooling cycles, adjusting temperature and time according to project charts and procedures.
• Detect and report equipment malfunctions to supervisors.
• Move parts or furnace components manually or with hoists/cranes.
• Provide assistance to fitters during thermal‑treatment activities.
• Follow company safety, quality, risk and security procedures.

Required profile

• Professional school diploma.
• Minimum 6 years of experience in heat‑treatment operations.
• Willingness to work three rotating shifts (day, swing, night).
• Proficiency in Italian and English (minimum B1 level).

Required skills

• Heat treating equipment operation.
• Furnace operation and temperature monitoring.
• Use of hoists and cranes for component handling.

What we offer

• Competitive gross base salary ranging from €29,100 to €37,000 per month (dependent on experience).
• Performance bonus and peer‑to‑peer recognition program.
• Mobile working options, canteen, welfare plan, and employee assistance program.
• Learning and development opportunities within the nuclear industry.