Blasting Operator I

Houston Precision Fasteners; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Houston Precision Fasteners is seeking a blasting operator to operate blasting equipment, inspect finished pieces with micrometers/gauges, and lay out work using precision devices. You will study blueprints, adhere to safety rules, and adjust machinery for pre-set settings as part of daily production tasks.

The role requires 0-2 years of related experience, a high school diploma or equivalent, and strong attention to detail.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent or equivalent combination of experience/education
• 0-2 years of related experience
• Basic knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control including knowledge of blasting processes
• Basic knowledge of arithmetic and conversions of measurements
• Basic skills in operating and controlling operations of blasting equipment or systems
• Skilled in watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly
• Skilled in active listening and following instructions
• Skilled in monitoring and assessing performance of machinery and equipment
• Skilled in basic quality control analysis (conducting tests and inspections of products and materials to ensure precision and conformance)
• Ability to pay great attention to detail
• Basic ability to measure dimensions of finished work pieces to ensure conformance to specifications, using precision measuring instruments including micrometers and calipers
• Ability to learn how to use an optical comparator
• Arm-hand steadiness abilities
• Dependability (being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations)
• Multilimb coordination abilities to coordinate two or more limbs while standing to complete tasks such as using blasting machinery or equipment
• Ability to quickly respond to signals or indicators
• Ability to quickly move to grasp, manipulate, or assemble object
• Ability to convey and understand oral and written information effectively

Responsibilities

• Operate blasting equipment and machinery
• Inspect or measure finished work pieces to determine conformance to specifications, using measuring instruments such as gauges or micrometers
• Measure work pieces and lay out work using precision measuring devices
• Observe machine operations to detect problems and adjust to correct them
• Move machine controls to index work pieces and adjust machines for pre-selected settings
• Study blueprints, work orders, or machining instructions to determine product specifications, tool requirements, and sequences
• Follow all company safety rules, policies and procedures
• Participate in 6S activities daily

Skills

Attention to detail

Follow instructions

Dependability

Safety awareness

Manual dexterity

Active listening

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

Tools

Blasting equipment

Micrometers/calipers

Optical comparator

Gauges

Job description

Description

• Operate blasting equipment and machinery


• Inspect or measure finished work pieces to determine conformance to specifications, using measuring instruments, such as gauges or micrometers


• Measure work pieces and lay out work, using precision measuring devices


• Observe machine operations to detect any problems, making necessary adjustments to correct problems


• Move machine controls to index work pieces, and to adjust machines for pre-selected operational settings


• Study blueprints, work orders, or machining instructions to determine product specifications, tool requirements, and operational sequences


• Follow all company safety rules, company rules, policies and procedures as well as any applicable work instructions, specifications and requirements

Description

• Operate blasting equipment and machinery


• Inspect or measure finished work pieces to determine conformance to specifications, using measuring instruments, such as gauges or micrometers


• Measure work pieces and lay out work, using precision measuring devices


• Observe machine operations to detect any problems, making necessary adjustments to correct problems


• Move machine controls to index work pieces, and to adjust machines for pre-selected operational settings


• Study blueprints, work orders, or machining instructions to determine product specifications, tool requirements, and operational sequences


• Follow all company safety rules, company rules, policies and procedures as well as any applicable work instructions, specifications and requirements


• Participate in 6S activities daily

Assist with set up of and operate, or tend blasting equipment or machinery to smooth rough surfaces, shape surfaces or remove surface contaminants under very close supervision.

Requirements

• HS diploma or equivalent or equivalent combination of experience/education


• 0-2 years of related experience


• Basic knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control including knowledge of blasting processes


• Basic knowledge of arithmetic and conversions of measurements


• Basic skills in operating and controlling operations of blasting equipment or systems


• Skilled in watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly


• Skilled in active listening and following instructions given to complete production tasks


• Skilled in monitoring and assessing performance of machinery and equipment


• Skilled in basic quality control analysis (conducting tests and inspections of products and materials to ensure precision and conformance)


• Ability to pay great attention to detail


• Basic ability to measure dimensions of finished work pieces to ensure conformance to specifications, using precision measuring instruments including micrometers and calipers


• Ability to learn how to use an optical comparator


• Arm-hand steadiness abilities


• Dependability (being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations)


• Multilimb coordination abilities to coordinate two or more limbs while standing to complete tasks such as using blasting machinery or equipment


• Ability to quickly respond to signals or indicators


• Ability to quickly move to grasp, manipulate, or assemble object


• Ability to convey and understand oral and written information effectively