Sandblasting Assistant

Aegis Industrial Finishing Ltd.; Surrey; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

In-house training for skills

Boot allowance / hearing protection

Job summary

Aegis Industrial Finishing Ltd. in Surrey, BC is seeking a Sandblasting Assistant to join our shop team. The role focuses on preparing parts, ensuring cleanliness, and assisting with blasting operations to support ongoing production.

We provide training and opportunities to grow within the company, plus a benefits package including medical and dental coverage, with in-house training available for additional powder coating or blasting skills.

Qualifications

• Basic reading and writing in English.
• Capable of lifting up to 50 lbs safely.
• Effective time management and attention to detail.
• Ability to follow a defined process to completion.
• Forklift experience is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Carefully package finished goods for safe transportation.
• Address racking and staging challenges for clean customer goods.
• Inspect pieces for proper cleanliness before blasting.
• Prepare parts for blasting per work instructions.
• Assist Lead Sand Blaster with transport of goods through the shop.
• Perform sand blasting as required.
• Safely use orbital sanders, air guns and other shop tools.
• Communicate openly to keep production flowing.
• Attend safety meetings, trainings and production huddles.
• Assist with other shop floor duties as required.

Skills

English literacy

Time management

Detail-oriented

Forklift experience (asset)

Education

High School diploma

Tools

None

Job description

Sandblasting Assistant - With Opportunities To Grow!

Invest in Excellence | Think it Simple | Play for Others | Care down the Road | Sound the Shield

At Aegis Industrial Finishing, we provide an experience and service, unlike any other shop. We invest not only in the most current equipment, but in training and company events as well. We celebrate company and individual accomplishments daily, and although what we do may seem simple, we train our team to work together to solve each unique problem that arises in our shop and recognize that we are part of a bigger manufacturing process in our industry. At the end of the day, we are proud to deliver our customers coatings systems that are engineered for peace of mind.

About the Position:

• This position requires attention to detail, understanding of production flow, and willingness to learn and follow proper techniques.
• The successful candidate will be provided with the necessary training.
• If you are looking for a job that produces immediate results and exposes you to new products and projects daily, then we may have a position for you.

Duties:

• Carefully package finished goods for safe transportation.
• Solve unique racking and staging challenges of clean customer goods for production.
• Inspect pieces for proper cleanliness before blasting.
• Prepare parts for blasting as per work instructions.
• Assist the Lead Sand Blaster with the transport of goods through the shop.
• Sand Blasting as required.
• Safe and effective use of orbital sanders, air guns, and other production-related tools.
• Open communication to keep production flowing.
• Attend and contribute to production huddles, safety meetings, and training as required.
• Assist with other duties on the shop floor as required.

Qualifications:

• Capable of basic reading and writing in English.
• Able to safely lift up to 50lbs.
• Effective at time management.
• Detail-oriented and able to follow a process to completion.
• Prior forklift experience is an asset.

What We Are Offering:

• Opportunity to grow: This position affords exposure to all other positions in the company - you are limited only by your desire to move up or out of the business.
• Benefits: Medical, Dental, and a lot of other benefits are 100% covered.
• Increased earning potential: In-house training for Powder Coating, Blasting, or any other position you are interested in.
• Annual boot allowance and custom-fit hearing protection.
• Family business: You will have an opportunity to work alongside the owner on a daily basis in a fun environment - they are always eager to get feedback and great ideas. This includes the opportunity to participate in business community events like Go-Karting, BBQs, and Bowling - we are open to new ideas.

You may be a fit if you have past experience in:

• Metal/Fabrication shops.
• Kitchens.
• Auto prep shops.
• General Labor.
• High School shop programs.