SANDBLASTER

The employee will carry out manual shot blast operation in dedicated blast booths using a hand wand to remove mill scale and/or create an appropriate surface profile on metal parts of various sizes. The employee may also perform pressure‑wash and thermal‑spray (plasma‑arc or flame) operations. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to airborne particles and will be required to wear protective clothing and respiratory devices. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud, and blasting and flame‑spray operations occur inside closed booths while wearing extra layers of clothing and a supplied‑air respirator.

Our Mission

To be an essential provider of mission‑critical defense components & systems, spanning air, land, sea, and space. To be recognized for our specialized capabilities, quality, and dependability. To design, manufacture and build‑to‑print innovative and cost‑effective products. To help our DoD, Prime and Foreign Military customers, and the US warfighter succeed in their missions.

Responsibilities

• Using the correct media as defined on the work order or work instruction/process sheet, manually shot‑blast metal parts to remove mill scale and/or create the appropriate surface profile for coating processes.
• Use cranes, forklifts, and/or hand tools to hang and manipulate the orientation of heavy parts.
• Use hand tools or a pressure washer to clean parts as necessary.
• Coat parts per specification using thermal‑spray processes – both plasma‑arc and flame.
• Maintain thermal‑spray equipment by disassembling, cleaning, and reassembling plasma‑arc and flame guns.
• Assist other fabrication employees in performing their tasks as necessary.
• Perform in‑process inspections of work.
• Maintain a neat and orderly work area.
• Adhere to safety policies and procedures at all times.
• Promote a safety culture throughout the plant.
• Other duties as required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Good work ethic and ability to work in a physically demanding atmosphere.
• Able to read and comprehend work orders, work instructions, and specifications.
• Able to work in a team environment.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to climb, squat, and stand on your feet for long periods of time.
• Able to lift 50 lb.
• Related military job codes are valued (e.g., Army MOS, Navy NEC, Air Force AFSC, Marine Corps MOS, Coast Guard Rating).

Benefits

• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid time off
• Employer‑paid life insurance
• Employer‑paid family and medical leave
• Medical and vision insurance
• Employee‑paid dental insurance