Blast Operator - 1st Shift

Valence Surface Technologies; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Valence Surface Technologies is a full-service surface finishing company serving the aerospace, defense, space and satellite industries. The blast position will use high pressure equipment to clean and prepare parts for processing.

The role emphasizes safety, proper PPE, and adherence to processing guidelines while maintaining a clean work area and compliant waste disposal. Prior manufacturing experience is preferred for this position.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Prior manufacturing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Determine priority of jobs to begin preparing for processing
• Select appropriate media according to specifications and customer requirements
• Complete paperwork as required by company and processing guidelines
• Ensure proper PPE is worn and safety guidelines are followed
• Maintain a clean working area at all times by disposing of any unnecessary trash
• Ensure all hazardous waste material is disposed of correctly
• Other duties as assigned

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Valence Surface Technologies is a full-service surface finishing company specializing in the commercial aerospace, defense, space and satellite industries. With ten strategically located sites across the United States, Valence provides a start to finish solution from NDT and chemical processing, to paint and sub-assembly.

Summary

The blast position will use high pressure equipment to clean and prepare parts for processing.

Responsibilities

• Determine priority of jobs to begin preparing for processing
• Select appropriate media according to specifications and customer requirements
• Complete paperwork as required by company and processing guidelines
• Ensure proper PPE is worn and safety guidelines are followed
• Maintain a clean working area at all times by disposing of any unnecessary trash
• Ensure all hazardous waste material is disposed of correctly
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Prior manufacturing experience preferred.

Export Compliance Requirement

This position requires access to EAR or ITAR controlled technologies. Applicants are required to be eligible for employment under U.S. export control laws and must meet the requirement of being a “U.S. Citizen”.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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