Shotblast Technician — All Shifts, Growth & Training

Carte International Inc.; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

CARTE International Inc in Winnipeg is seeking a shotblaster operator responsible for preparing surfaces for paint application by shotblasting and creating a suitable surface profile. The role requires operating and maintaining shotblast equipment, reading blueprints, and safely moving parts with overhead cranes and forklifts.

You will train and mentor less experienced staff, adhere to 5S/Lean practices, and ensure strict safety standards across shifts in days, afternoons, and overnights.

Qualifications

• Full knowledge of shotblast equipment, operations, and processes.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and drawings specifications.
• Knowledge of operation and maintenance of equipment and hand tools, such as bandsaws.
• Forklift Operator Certification and Overhead Crane Operator Certification.
• Willing to work in other departments on a temporary basis as assigned by the manager.
• Available to work all shifts – days, afternoons, midnights (Mandatory).

Responsibilities

• Clean and prepare metal components and assemblies prior to operation.
• Utilize overhead crane and slinging operations to safely transport parts into Shotblast booth and Paint shop.
• Conduct shotblast operations according to accepted procedures and standards.
• Inspect and remove shot grit after shotblast operations; prepare components for unloading.
• Conduct in-process inspections and record results.
• Provide technical expertise for resolving shotblast problems.
• Provide leadership, training, and mentoring to less experienced shot blasters.
• Read specifications to determine blast media type for each case.
• Maintain cleanliness in the work area.
• Comply with company policies, procedures, and safety regulations.

Skills

Shotblast equipment knowledge

Blueprints reading

Maintenance of tools

Forklift operator certification

Overhead crane operator certification

English communication

Physical stamina

5S/Lean manufacturing

Leadership/mentoring

Education

Forklift Operator Certification

Overhead Crane Operator Certification

Tools

Bandsaws

Job description

CARTE International Inc in Winnipeg is seeking a shotblaster operator responsible for preparing surfaces for paint application by shotblasting and creating a suitable surface profile. The role requires operating and maintaining shotblast equipment, reading blueprints, and safely moving parts with overhead cranes and forklifts.

You will train and mentor less experienced staff, adhere to 5S/Lean practices, and ensure strict safety standards across shifts in days, afternoons, and overnights.