Sandblasting Operator - Night Shift

Safran; Mirabel; On-site; CAD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Night shift 12:10 AM–6:40 AM

Profit sharing up to $3500/yr

Comprehensive employer-paid insurance

Job summary

Safran is hiring at the Mirabel plant to operate sandblasting on robot-equipped machinery, preparing parts for finishing and plating. The role requires manual manufacturing experience, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a full-body protective suit with oxygen supply.

You will inspect parts, document quality and support continuous improvement. Training is provided; the site emphasizes safety, ethics, and teamwork.

Qualifications

• High school diploma is required.
• Experience performing manual work in manufacturing.
• Ability to work with precision and attention to detail.
• Experience with automated equipment is preferred.
• Basic computer knowledge is expected.
• Demonstrated rigor and discipline.
• Good organizational and prioritization skills.
• Autonomy to work independently in a controlled environment.
• Willingness to work in a full-body encapsulated suit with helmet and oxygen supply.
• Physical strength to handle tools and materials.

Responsibilities

• Move parts using lifting devices.
• Mount parts on fixtures and prepare with masks/tools per drawings.
• Perform sandblasting with robot-equipped equipment following procedures.
• Finish sandblasting using manual tools while respecting parameters.
• Inspect parts for compliance with specs.
• Complete quality assurance documentation.
• Conduct daily maintenance on equipment.
• Conduct sand analysis (granulometry).
• Contribute to safety, quality, cost, and on-time delivery goals.

Skills

Manual work

Detail oriented

Automated equipment

Basic computer knowledge

Rigor

Organizational skills

Autonomy

Full-body suit

Physical strength

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Automated equipment

Job description

Let's Talk About Your Future Mission

Safran Landing Systems is a subsidiary of Safran Landing Systems, a global leader in landing and braking systems for aircraft. The Mirabel plant is dedicated to the manufacturing of major components for landing gear for Airbus A320, A330, A340, and A350 models, as well as the Boeing 787. It features state-of-the-art equipment for machining, polishing, and special processes, including heat treatment, shot blasting, and surface treatments.

Safran Landing Systems is a subsidiary of Safran Landing Systems, a global leader in landing and braking systems for aircraft. The Mirabel plant is dedicated to the manufacturing of major components for landing gear for Airbus A320, A330, A340, and A350 models, as well as the Boeing 787. It features state-of-the-art equipment for machining, polishing, and special processes, including heat treatment, shot blasting, and surface treatments.

Safran Landing Systems is a subsidiary of Safran Landing Systems, a global leader in landing and braking systems for aircraft. The Mirabel plant is dedicated to the manufacturing of major components for landing gear for Airbus A320, A330, A340, and A350 models, as well as the Boeing 787. It features state-of-the-art equipment for machining, polishing, and special processes, including heat treatment, shot blasting, and surface treatments.

The position involves working on machines equipped with robots, used to clean the surfaces of parts through sandblasting, either to remove the oxide layer produced during heat treatment before subsequent machining operations, or to prepare parts before chrome, nickel, zinc-nickel, or cadmium plating to ensure good adhesion.

The Tasks Are As Follows

• move parts using lifting devices
• install the part on a mounting fixture and prepare it by installing various masks or tools, according to the technical drawing
• carry out sandblasting operations by operating equipment equipped with a robot according to technical procedures
• complete the sandblasting of the part using specialized manual equipment while respecting the parameters
• inspect parts to ensure compliance with specifications
• complete the appropriate quality assurance documentation
• perform daily self-maintenance of equipment
• conduct sand analysis (granulometry)
• contribute to the continuous improvement of operations and achieving objectives in terms of safety, quality, costs, and on-time deliveries

Let's Talk About You

• High school diploma (equivalency certificate not accepted)
• Experience in manual work in a manufacturing environment
• Ability to work with attention to detail and precision
• Experience with automated equipment
• Basic computer knowledge
• Rigor
• Organizational skills / Priority management
• Autonomy
• Ability to work encapsulated (full-body suit including a helmet with oxygen supply)
• Handling tools requires a certain physical strength

What else? (benefits, specifics, …)

Night shift: from 12:10 AM to 6:40 AM.

Note: Depending on the collective agreement rules, the position may change shifts (day, evening, or weekend)

• Compensation for this position starts between $27.85 and $37.87 per hour, depending on your skills, experience, and qualifications. With internal training and your progress in acquiring job-related skills, the hourly wage will increase up to a maximum of $42.04.
• $1/hour bonus
• An annual profit-sharing program (max $3500/year)
• A comprehensive collective insurance program fully paid by the employer (medical/dental/vision, short and long-term disability, travel, health credit account)
• A super competitive retirement plan where the employer contributes 7% if you contribute 1%
• Health and wellness program – reimbursement of $300/year
• Bank of hours
• Sick/family days
• Attendance bonus
• Work clothing provided (including cleaning)
• A structured training program to help you acquire the necessary skills for your position
• A factory with modern technologies and equipment
• A company with high standards in quality, health-safety, environment, ethics, innovation, and technical expertise
• The chance to work with talented people who share values of respect, integrity, and collaboration

Company Information

Safran is an international high-tech group operating in the fields of aeronautics (propulsion, equipment, and interiors), space, and defense. Its mission: to sustainably contribute to a safer world, where air transport becomes increasingly environmentally friendly, more comfortable, and more accessible. Established on all continents, the Group employs 110,000 people with a revenue of €31.3 billion in 2025, and holds, alone or in partnership, leading positions globally or in Europe in its markets.

Safran is the 2nd company in the aerospace and defense sector in the "World's Best Companies 2025" ranking by TIME magazine.

SLS is the global leader in landing gear, wheels & brakes, and associated systems for civil, military, and helicopter aircraft. We control the entire lifecycle of our products, from design and manufacturing to maintenance.

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