Our Mission

Mission Statement

Specialty Heat Treating, Inc. receives Denso Mfg. Athens, TN Supplier of the Year Award.
Specialty Heat Treating, Inc. receives
Denso Mfg. Athens, TN Supplier of the Year Award.

The mission of Specialty Heat Treating is to provide customers with the highest available value in thermal processing services. We strive to be recognized as an industry leader and an asset in the communities where we operate. These goals are achieved by building strong, mutually respectful long-term relationships with our customers, employees, suppliers and neighbors. Our commitment is demonstrated by:

  • Investing in state-of-the-art heat treating technologies and facilities
  • Operating under quality system standards focused on continual improvement
  •  Providing our team members with opportunities for personal growth
  • Fulfilling our obligations as a responsible corporate citizen

The achievement of our mission is measured by the professional and personal successes of the company, its customers, suppliers and employees.

 Founding Principals

Specialty Heat Treating was founded in 1973 with the objective of providing "High Quality-On Time Heat Treating Services" for each of its customers. From the start, the company's pursuit of that objective has been based upon a commitment to three principles:

  • Customer Focus
  • Commitment to Excellence
  • High Standards of Conduct

Quality Policy

It is the policy of every employee at Specialty Heat Treating to meet or exceed customer expectations for High Quality-On Time heat-treating services. Quality Objectives are established and monitored through the Quality Operating System (QOS).

If these objectives are not met, we will communicate with the customer and initiate required corrective actions.

Specialty Heat Treating is committed to the continual improvement of its quality system and the professional growth of each team member.