SANDBLASTER

The Entwistle Company; Danville (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Entwistle Company is seeking an employee to perform manual shot blast operations in dedicated booths, with potential pressure washing and thermal spray work. You will remove mill scale and shape surfaces for coating processes while handling heavy parts with cranes or forklifts.

Applicants must read work orders, follow instructions, work safely in a loud environment, and be able to lift up to 50 lbs. This role requires teamwork and physical endurance to thrive in our shop setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to read and comprehend work orders and instructions.
• Able to work in a physically demanding atmosphere and in a team.
• Ability to climb, squat and stand for long periods; lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Manually shot-blast metal parts to remove mill scale and create surface profile.
• Hang and manipulate heavy parts using cranes or forklifts; inspect as needed.
• Clean parts with hand tools or pressure washer as required.
• Coat parts via Thermal Spray (plasma arc or flame) per specification.
• Maintain Thermal Spray equipment; assist fabrication team; perform in-process inspections.
• Keep work area neat and adhere to safety policies.

Skills

Reading work orders

Team environment

Attention to detail

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Crane operation

Forklift operation

Pressure washer

Thermal spray equipment

Job description

SUMMARY

The employee will carry out manual shot blast operation in dedicated blast booths using hand wand to remove mill scale and/or create appropriate surface profile on metal parts of various sizes. The employee may also perform pressure wash and thermal spray (plasma arc or flame) operations.

Description

SUMMARY

The employee will carry out manual shot blast operation in dedicated blast booths using hand wand to remove mill scale and/or create appropriate surface profile on metal parts of various sizes. The employee may also perform pressure wash and thermal spray (plasma arc or flame) operations.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the physical demands, work environment, knowledge, and skills that pertain to this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to airborne particles and will be required to wear protective clothing and respiratory devices. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. Blasting and flame spray operations occur inside of closed booths while wearing extra layers of clothing and a supplied‑air respirator.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Include The Following.

• Using the correct media as defined on the work order or work instruction/process sheet, manually shot‑blast metal parts to remove mill scale and/or create the appropriate surface profile for coating processes.
• Use cranes, fork lifts, and/or hand tools to hang and manipulate orientation of heavy parts.
• Use hand tools or pressure washer to clean parts as necessary.
• Coat parts per specification using Thermal Spray process - both plasma arc and flame.
• Maintain Thermal Spray equipment by disassembling, cleaning, and reassembling plasma arc and flame guns.
• Assist other fabrication employees in performing their tasks as necessary.
• Perform in‑process inspections of their work.
• Maintain a neat and orderly work area.
• Adhere to Safety policies and procedures at all times. Promote safety culture throughout the Plant.
• Other duties as required.

OUR MISSION STATEMENT

• To be an essential provider of mission-critical defense components & systems, spanning air, land, sea, and space. To be recognized for our specialized capabilities, quality, and dependability.
• To design, manufacture and build‑to‑print innovative and cost‑effective products.
• To help our DoD, Prime and Foreign Military customers, and the US warfighter succeed in their missions.

What We Offer

• 401k with Employer match
• Paid time off
• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• Employer Paid Family and Medical Leave
• Insurance – Medical and Vision
• Employee paid Dental Insurance

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Good work ethic and able to work in a physically demanding atmosphere.
• Able to read and comprehend work orders, work instructions, and specifications.
• Able to work in a team environment.
• Attention to detail.
• Be able to climb, squat and stand on your feet for long periods of time. Able to lift 50 lbs.

Related Military Job Codes:

• Army MOS:
• Navy NEC:
• Air Force AFSC:
• Marine Corps MOS:
• Coast Guard Rating: