Blasting Operator

Metal Finishing Technologies, LLC; Bloomfield (CT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

401(k) match

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

Metal Finishing Technologies, LLC is seeking a Blasting Operator to process parts and maintain associated areas and equipment. The role requires PPE use, including coveralls and a clean-air helmet for grit blasting in a large bay.

FAA-regulated duties include compliance with drug and alcohol testing, with marijuana prohibition in FAA roles. The operator will perform grit blasting, mask/unmask, equipment maintenance, and ensure parts meet process requirements while following documented

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (or equivalent experience).
• 1–3 years experience in a similar role.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and stand/walk for extended periods.
• Forklift experience or willingness to be trained.

Responsibilities

• Process parts to documented procedures.
• Grit blast parts in cabinets, at automated machines, or blast room.
• Mask and unmask as necessary.
• Ensure safety in all aspects of the role.
• Ensure parts meet process requirements and take appropriate action if non-conforming.
• Assist in the installation, maintenance, and repair of equipment.
• Perform periodic checks on equipment and solve problems as detected.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Reading procedures

Safety awareness

Spatial skills

Mechanical aptitude

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift experience

Job description

A Blasting Operator is responsible for part processing and maintaining their associated areas and equipment. This role requires the operator to wear PPE, which can include coveralls and a helmet which provides clean air and protection while grit blasting in a large bay. Must have a solid work ethic, willingness and ability to learn, spatial and mechanical skills, and the ability to read and follow procedures.

Because this position is regulated by the FAA, the selected candidate must comply with all FAA drug and alcohol testing requirements, including random testing. Marijuana use is not permitted for employees working in FAA-covered roles.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Processing parts to documented procedures
• Grit blast parts in cabinets, at automated machines, or blast room
• Mask and unmask as necessary
• Ensuring safety in all aspects of the role
• Ensure parts meet process requirements and take appropriate action if non-conforming
• Assist in the installation, maintenance, and repair of equipment
• Perform periodic checks on equipment and solve problems as detected
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (or equivalent experience)
• 1–3 years experience in a similar role
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and stand/walk for extended periods
• Forklift experience or willingness to be trained

The hourly pay range for this role is 20 USD - 24 USD. The pay range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. MFT considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, employee assistance program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays.

Metal Finishing Technologies, LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Employment with Metal Finishing Technologies, LLC is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment drug screening and background check.