Blasting & Surface Prep Technician II (Weekend Day Shift)

About the role

UCT is a diverse workplace where every talented employee is committed to continuous innovation, challenging the status quo, and exceeding customer expectations. Join us today as a Blast Technician II in Phoenix, AZ!

Responsibilities

• Perform media blasting operations using various blast equipment and media types to clean, texture, or prepare parts to engineering specifications.
• Set up, operate, and adjust blasting equipment including pressure, media flow, and cycle time.
• Inspect blasted components to ensure surface quality, cleanliness, and compliance with specifications.
• Maintain blast cabinets, equipment, and media to ensure consistent process performance.
• Identify defects, inconsistencies, or part damage and escalate as needed.
• Follow process controls and documentation for repeatable and controlled blasting outcomes.
• Process parts using chemical and manual cleaning methods as needed.
• Support cleaning, masking, and coating processes as needed.
• Follow all SOPs, Lean manufacturing principles, and safety standards.
• Complete required training and certifications for assigned processes.
• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and 6S standards within the work area.
• Accurately document process steps, SPC data, and production activity.
• Participate in safety programs, meetings, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Safely handle and dispose of hazardous chemicals in accordance with policies.

Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of manufacturing or production experience required. 3+ years of hands-on experience preferred, with a strong emphasis on media blasting.
• Demonstrated experience operating blasting equipment in a production environment.
• Experience in parts cleaning, coating, or semiconductor industries preferred.
• Lean Manufacturing or Kaizen experience is a plus.
• Quality inspection or QA experience is beneficial.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required. Associate degree or technical training preferred.
• Strong hands-on experience with media blasting processes, equipment, and materials.
• Understanding of surface preparation requirements and defect identification.
• Ability to perform repetitive, detail-oriented work with high quality and throughput.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic computer proficiency (Microsoft Word, Excel).
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and maintain process consistency.
• Strong time management, organization, and accountability.
• Ability to work flexible schedules, including weekends or evenings as needed.
• Ability to wear required cleanroom PPE (hairnet, frock, etc.).

Skills

• Strong hands-on experience with media blasting processes, equipment, and materials.
• Understanding of surface preparation requirements and defect identification.
• Ability to perform repetitive, detail-oriented work with high quality and throughput.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic computer proficiency (Microsoft Word, Excel).
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and maintain process consistency.
• Strong time management, organization, and accountability.

Benefits

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Pay

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Schedule

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