Aerospace Abrasive Blast Operator - 3rd Shift

Hytek Finishes Co.; Kent (WA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) matching

Profit sharing

Paid time off (3 weeks)

Job summary

Hytek Finishes Co. is seeking an Abrasive Blast Operator for the 3rd shift in Kent, WA. This full-time, onsite role involves operating blast equipment to surface finish parts, following drawings and process instructions, and ensuring quality through self-verification and QA checks.

The position requires English communication, reliable attendance, and ability to wear PPE. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, retirement contributions, paid time off, and education assistance.

Qualifications

• Must maintain regular and dependable attendance.
• Ability to read/write/communicate in English.
• Willing to participate in hearing conservation testing and eye exams.
• Must wear PPE including safety glasses and hearing protection.
• Authorized to work in the U.S. and able to obtain required licenses.

Responsibilities

• Operate abrasive blasting equipment to prepare surfaces.
• Follow technique cards, orders, drawings, and masking as required.
• Prepare parts with proper tooling and fixtures.
• Sign off work and conduct self-verification inspections.
• Review paperwork and report errors to supervisor/QA.
• Understand pre/post cleaning surface finish requirements.
• Comply with QA and rework procedures.
• Familiar with engineering drawing notations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Regular attendance

English communication

Safety-conscious

Education

1-2 years in manufacturing environment

Job description

Job Overview
Title: Abrasive Blast Operator – 3rd Shift
Reports to: VSM or Shift Supervisor
Location: Kent, WA – onsite
Type: Non-Exempt, Full-Time
Schedule Type: 3rd Shift; Training on 1st Shift
Hytek production is open 24 hours per day. Normal Shifts are as follows: 1st shift (Monday – Friday, 6:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.), 2nd shift (Monday – Friday, 2:00 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.), 3rd shift (Sunday – Friday, 10:00 p.m. - 6:30 a.m.)
Full benefits package includes: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) matching, Performance Share incentive compensation (Profit Sharing Plan), 3-weeks paid time off to start, paid community service day, tuition reimbursement, parental leave, short term disability, long term disability, life insurance, long-term care plan options, 10 paid holidays, and onsite health services that includes access to a massage therapist.
Salary Range for position: $ 22.10 - $ 41.10. The pay range and total compensation package listed above is the expected pay offered for this position at the start of employment. Your pay will be based on multiple factors, including and not limited to your relevant experience level, and skillset while balancing internal equity relative to other employees. Hytek is committed to fair, unbiased compensation along with competitive benefits.

Position Summary
Employees in this position use a variety of media to blast parts in preparation for a variety of surface finishes. Blasters may be required to join the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing Program*. Blasters perform operations in accordance with Military, Industry and OEM specifications.
* FAA DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing Program requires an initial pre-employment drug test including a screen for THC, subject to quarterly Drug & BAT testing.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to develop your technical skills in a hands‑on environment.
• Supportive team culture focused on safety and development.
• Competitive pay and benefits.

Key Responsibilities

• Work closely with experienced Shot Peen Inspectors to complete work and prioritize tasks for On-Time delivery.
• Follow technique card, customer Purchase Orders and drawings, and instructions from experienced operators; apply maskants as required.
• Prepare parts prior to operations; use proper tooling and fixtures, when applicable.
• Legibly sign off on work once completed and Operator Self Verification inspection has occurred.
• General review of paperwork and Operator Self Verification inspection of job to ensure all previous operations were completed. Notify supervisor and Quality Assurance if any errors.
• Knowledge of pre and post cleaning surface finish requirements.
• Familiar with Quality Assurance requirements & rework procedures.
• Be familiar with engineering drawing notations
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Must have a regular and dependable attendance record.
• Ability to Read/Write Communicate in English with other employees, Customers, and auditors.
• Required to participate in annual Hearing Conservation testing and Eye Exams.
• Ability to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment, including safety glasses, hearing protection, and other PPE based upon requirements in working area.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. An export license will be required to work in all areas of the facility.

Education & Experience

• 1-2 years in a manufacturing environment a plus.

Essential Mental/Physical Demands

• Ability to lift occasionally: (floor to knee) 114 lbs., (waist to waist) 63 lbs., (floor, knee, to waist) 75 lbs., (waist to shoulder) 30 lbs.
• Ability to carry 63 lbs. occasionally
• Ability to push/pull 59 lbs. occasionally
• Ability to stand and walk frequently
• Ability to sit occasionally
• Ability to reach from the shoulder and overhead occasionally and from the waist frequently
• Ability to bend, stoop, squat, crouch, kneel, crawl occasionally
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders occasionally
• Ability to push/pull frequently
• Ability to pivot, twist, pinch occasionally
• Ability to grasp frequently
• Ability to see/hear/feel constantly – hearing protection required when working in the area

Work Environment

• Hearing protection required in certain areas.
• Occasional exposure to moving mechanical parts, fumes, airborne particles, and chemicals.
• Temperature fluctuations based on outdoor conditions.
• PPE required: safety glasses/goggles, aprons, rubber boots, gloves, respirator (provided by company).

Hytek Finishes is an equal opportunity employer.

It is Hytek’s policy to make all employment decisions without regard to an individual’s sex, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breast feeding, and related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, race (including traits historically associated with race, including hair texture and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks and twists), creed, religion (including religious dress and grooming), color, national origin, ancestry (including association, affiliation, or participation with persons or activities related to national origin, English-proficiency or accent or immigration status), physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital or domestic partner status, age, veteran or military status, and any other categories protected by applicable state, local, or federal law.

M/F/Disability/Protected Vet.

Department: Blast/Peen-011210
This is a non-management position
This is a full time position