Generalist - Blaster - Weekend Shift

About the role

Perform abrasive blasting (sandblasting, grit blasting, etc.) on metal or other surfaces to prepare for painting or coating. Work closely with painters and production team to meet deadlines and quality standards while following all safety procedures and ISO standards.

Responsibilities

• Operate blasting equipment, including blast pots, hoses, nozzles, and air compressors
• Inspect surfaces before and after blasting to ensure proper preparation and cleanliness
• Follow specifications for surface profile and cleanliness standards
• Prep units prior to painting using a blasting booth, spray paint application, and other hand preparation methods
• Maintain cleanliness of assigned work area
• Perform other work as assigned
• Complete company-provided training to effectively perform required job responsibilities
• Overtime, when required, which may include weekends

Physical Work Environment

• Regularly required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to handle tools, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• Occasionally required to climb or balance
• Must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision
• Regularly works near moving mechanical parts and is frequently exposed to risk of electrical shock
• Occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, and vibration
• Loud noise level in the work environment

Requirements

• 1+ year manufacturing experience
• Basic math skills (weight measurement, volume, distance, multiplication, and division)
• Attention to detail
• Strong time management skills
• Proven ability to identify, reason, and problem solve minor non-conformities and deviations
• Overtime and weekend hours, as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Experience using blueprints and design sketches
• Familiarity with ISO procedures
• Knowledge or experience working with Chart products