Blaster

Tigercat Industries; Woodstock; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Family-oriented company

Profit sharing

RRSP matching

Training reimbursement

Healthcare benefits & EAP

Active social committee

Job summary

Tigercat Industries is seeking a Blaster at our Woodstock, Ontario facility. You will clean and prepare metal surfaces for painting using abrasive blasting, ensuring durability in rugged forestry equipment environments.

Key duties include reading work orders, operating grit blasting equipment, inspecting surfaces, and maintaining safety and efficiency on site. Heavy lifting and teamwork are expected as part of daily tasks while meeting production schedules.

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing or hands-on roles preferred.
• Able to work independently.
• Good communication and teamwork.
• Physical ability to stand, lift up to 50 lbs.
• Experience with hand or power tools is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret work orders and follow the production schedule to prepare parts for paint.
• Operate a grit blasting machine to clean and prepare surfaces for painting.
• Inspect surfaces to identify areas needing additional cleaning or preparation.
• Work safely and efficiently to manage time and tasks.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Follow all safety protocols and procedures.
• Operate lifting devices such as cranes to complete large welding jobs.

Skills

Attention to detail

Independent work

Team collaboration

Safety awareness

Physical stamina

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

As a Blaster, you will be responsible for cleaning and preparing surfaces for painting by removing unwanted materials from metal parts, castings and other metal products to prepare them for paint using an abrasive blasting process. This process is an integral part of the finishing process, ensuring our products stand up to the rugged and challenging terrain of the forestry industry. To excel in this role, attention to detail and the ability to work efficiently will be crucial in ensuring the quality of finished products.

Location: 1403 Dundas Street, Woodstock

Dedicated Shift: 6:00am - 4:30pm, Monday - Thursday

Job Duties

• Read and interpret work orders, following the production schedule to ensure parts are prepared for paint in the order in which they are needed.
• Operate a grit blasting machine to clean and prepare surfaces for painting.
• Inspect surfaces to identify areas that require additional cleaning or preparation.
• Work safely and efficiently to ensure time management tasks are completed properly.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Follow all safety protocols and procedures.
• Operate lifting devices such as cranes (overhead and/or jib) to complete large welding jobs.

Skills and Experience

• Adapt to a changing work environment, competing demands, and able to deal with frequent changes, delays, or unexpected events.
• Demonstrate a keen level of attention to detail and conscientiousness to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Blasting tasks require collaboration with team members; effective communication and reasoning skills are essential when working on projects involving multiple team members.
• Physical requirements include standing, climbing, kneeling, bending, twisting, reaching, gripping, and pinching.
• Heavy lifting may be required (up to 50lbs).

Qualifications

• Preferred previous related experience working in manufacturing or in hands-on roles.
• Experience working with hand or power tools is an asset.
• Able to work independently.

What We Can Offer You

• Family-Oriented Company: Lots of social events, BBQ's, pizza parties and more!
• Competitive Wages and Profit Sharing: In addition to competitive wages, we celebrate our financial success together through profit sharing.
• RRSP Matching Program: Retirement planning? We’ve got your back!
• Skills Development and Training Reimbursement: An opportunity to self-identify industry-related learning opportunities available for pre-approval and repayment.
• Company-Paid Healthcare Benefits and EAP: Your well-being matters. Our healthcare benefits go beyond prescriptions and medications. Take advantage of massages, physiotherapy, vision coverage and more! Plus, our Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP) offers many exciting free programs.
• Active Social Committee: Take part in our annual family picnic, adult and children's Christmas parties, theatre events, sporting events and tournaments, family outings, and discounted admission prices for attractions across Ontario!

Why work for Tigercat Industries group of companies? We're more than just a company – we're a tight-knit family, who thrives on teamwork and is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of innovation. We believe in fostering a safe, encouraging and collaborative environment where your contributions and talents are valued and supported.

Interested in learning more? Visit our FAQ page or explore what our employees have to say by watching their Tigercat story!

Tigercat strives to create a respectful, accessible, and inclusive work environment. Upon individual request, hiring processes will be modified to remove barriers to accommodate those with disabilities. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application, interview, or selection processes, please contact Human Resources for assistance. Click here to read more about Tigercat's Accessibility Plan.