Manual Shot Blaster

Winner Recruitment Ltd; Halifax; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Winner Recruitment Ltd is seeking a skilled Manual Shot Blaster to join a Halifax-based industrial manufacturing team. The role covers manual blasting of metal components, from small valve sets to large structures, with a hands-on approach and a focus on surface preparation and safety.

Key responsibilities include operating blast pots, preparing surfaces to specifications, and maintaining a clean, safe workspace.

Qualifications

• Previous manual shot blasting experience is essential.
• Experience must be in manual blasting rather than cabinet blasting.
• Good understanding of blast pots and blasting equipment.
• Ability to work carefully around masked areas.
• FLT and overhead crane certificates would be beneficial but are not essential.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out manual abrasive blasting on a variety of metal components.
• Operating and understanding blast pots and associated blasting equipment.
• Preparing surfaces to the required specifications.
• Working carefully around masked areas to avoid damaging protected surfaces.
• Ensuring components are correctly prepared for subsequent finishing processes.
• Maintaining a clean and safe working environment.

Skills

Manual shot blasting experience

Manual blasting (not cabinet)

Blast pots & blasting equipment

Masking area handling

FLT/overhead crane certificates (bonus

Tools

Blast pots & equipment

Job description

Manual Shot Blaster

Location: Halifax (HX1)
Pay: £15.50 per hour
Hours: 39 hours per week
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Winner Recruitment is currently recruiting for an experienced Manual Shot Blaster to join an established industrial manufacturing business based in Halifax.

This is a hands‑on role involving the manual blasting of a wide variety of metal components, from smaller valve sets through to large industrial structures and equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Carrying out manual abrasive blasting on a variety of metal components.
• Operating and understanding blast pots and associated blasting equipment.
• Preparing surfaces to the required specifications.
• Working carefully around masked areas to avoid damaging protected surfaces.
• Ensuring components are correctly prepared for subsequent finishing processes.
• Maintaining a clean and safe working environment.

The Ideal Candidate

• Previous manual shot blasting experience is essential.
• Experience must be in manual blasting rather than cabinet blasting.
• Good understanding of blast pots and blasting equipment.
• Ability to work carefully around masked areas.
• FLT and overhead crane certificates would be beneficial but are not essential.

Working Hours

• Monday-Thursday: 06:00-14:30
• Friday: 06:00-13:00
• 39 hours per week.

Overtime may be required during busy periods, including Saturday mornings, paid at time and a half (1.5).

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Manual Shot Blaster looking for a permanent position with consistent hours and overtime opportunities.