Peener

MAAG Group; Eagle Rock (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

MAAG Group in Eagle Rock, VA is seeking a Bead Blasting Operator to join the Maag Gala business unit. You will prepare and run bead blasting equipment, load and unload materials, and ensure a clean, safe work area while meeting production targets.

The role requires physical stamina, the ability to distinguish metal types, and willingness to train others. Applicants must have a high school diploma, be able to pass a breathing test, and operate a forklift.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be able to operate forklift.
• Must pass breathing test.
• Desirable: Experience with blast operations.
• Desirable: Experience using computers.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and running the blasting equipment for optimal performance.
• Loading and unloading materials from blasting cabinet/booth.
• Must be able to hold a high-pressure hose for several hours.
• Fill hopper with glass bead blasting material.
• Identify and resolve issues with blasting equipment.
• Keep work area clean and organized.
• Provide attention to detail and focus on the task.
• Ability to train others on how to use equipment.

Skills

Bead blasting

Equipment operation

Material handling

Industrial safety

Team training

Computer data entry

Physical stamina

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Position information

Position Title: Peener Operator

Business Unit: Maag Gala

Reports To: Welding/Fabrication Manager

Position Location : Eagle Rock, VA

Position Type: Full-time

Main position objectives

Bead blasting is a mechanical process that uses blasting media to clean or roughen the surface of metal and provide a uniform finish.

Position Description – Tasks, Responsibilities, Competencies

• Preparing and running the blasting equipment for optimal performance.
• Loading and unloading materials from blasting cabinet/booth.
• Must be able to hold a high-pressure hose for several hours.
• Fill hopper with glass bead blasting material.
• Identify and resolve issues with basting equipment.
• Keep work area clean and organized.
• Provide a great level of attention to detail and focus on the given task.
• Ability to distinguish material types including Aluminium, Steel & Stainless Steel.
• Computer skill for entering production.
• Ability to training others on how to use equipment.
• Ability to lift heavy items manually or using a hoist. (5 to 50lbs)
• Candidate must be a dedicated team player.
• Candidate must be reliable.
• Bead blasters must follow safety procedures and wear personal protective equipment such as respirators, gloves, steel-toes boots, eye and ear protection, helmets with an adequate air supply.
• Ability to pay careful attention to detail and work with others on a team.
• Must be willing to work in noisy and dusty environment.
• Ability to work in confined spaces.
• Must be able to bend at waist, sit, kneel, laying horizontally, climb, standing for prolonged periods, and walk.
• Follow all company rules and policies.

Work Environment

• Work in this position is in a factory floor environment. While performing the duties of this job in a factory setting, the employee may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud and PPE is required.

Physical Requirements

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing. The employee must be able to lift items up to 50 pounds
• The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to handle or feel with fingers; and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Job Specification

Education

(area of studies, Management, IT etc.)

Mandatory

• High school diploma or equivalent.

Professional Experience (description Incl. No. Of Years)

Mandatory

• Must be able to operate forklift.
• Must pass breathing test.

Desirable

• Experience using computers.
• Previous experience with blast operations

Interpersonal Skills And Behavioral Competencies

• Willingness to learn.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Highly organized and efficient in approaching tasks.
• Independent initiative-taker with the ability to problem solve and anticipate and avoid issues.
• Resolute collaborator, work ethic and commitment to winning.
• Customer-focused.
• Ability to shift resources to bottle neck areas, load balance.

Dover Competencies

• Attract, Develop and Retain Talent
• Builds and Manages Collaborative Relationships
• Change Leadership
• Customer Impact
• Motivates and Inspires
• Results driven.
• Self-Awareness and Personal Development
• Strategic Mindset
• Strong Business Acumen and Sound Judgment
• Winning the right way

Schedule

Standard Workweek, non-standard hours, and overtime may be required at times to meet commitments.

MAAG Pump Systems, Automatik Plastics Machinery, Maag Gala Industries, Reduction Engineering Scheer, Ettlinger, AMN, Witte and Sikora– eight successful and well-experienced companies have joined forces to become the global partner for the polymer industry. As a manufacturer of gear pumps, pelletizing, and filtration systems, and pulverizers we offer top-grade equipment for your demanding requirements – not only for polymer applications but also for the chemical, petrochemical, pharmaceutical, and food industries.

The foundation of our success is found in Maag’s core values:

• Collaborative Entrepreneurial Spirit
• Winning Through Customers
• High Ethical Standards, Openness, and Trust
• Expectation for Results
• Respect and Value People

This position is eligible to earn a discretionary bonus based on performance metrics and other criteria outlined in our applicable bonus plan.

We consider several job‑related, non‑discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position’s responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, a candidate’s education/training, the position’s location, and the key skills needed for the position. Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work.

Benefits: Benefits for this position include: a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions; medical, dental and vision insurance; wellness programs; health savings account, health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts; company paid short-term disability and long-term disability; company paid employee basic life and AD&D insurance; supplemental employee and dependent life insurance; optional accident, hospital indemnity and critical illness insurance; adoption, surrogacy, and fertility benefits and assistance; commuter benefits; parental, military, jury duty, and bereavement leaves of absence; paid time off, including 10 paid holidays per calendar year, paid vacation days beginning at 80 hours annually, 40 paid sick leave hours annually or as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, tuition assistance; business travel services; employee discounts; and an employee assistance program that includes company paid counseling sessions and legal services. Eligibility for benefits is governed by applicable plan documents and policies.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status,