Sandblasting Technician

NW Staffing; Tualatin (OR); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

NW Staffing in Tualatin, Oregon seeks a Sandblasting Technician to prepare metal parts for painting, anodizing, and assembly. The role involves hands-on use of sandblasting equipment and surface finishing processes, with shifts 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM or 2:00 PM to 12:30 AM.

Responsibilities include setting up and operating sandblasting gear, inspecting surfaces, maintaining part counts, and assisting with deburring and paint booth tasks while adhering to safety procedures.

Qualifications

• Six months of related experience in a production or manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of sandblasting equipment and processes.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English and follow written and verbal work instructions.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate sandblasting and sand recovery equipment to remove contamination, scale, and markings or create the required surface finish.
• Position and turn parts for complete coverage, inspect finished surfaces, and report defects or quality concerns.
• Load, unload, and kit parts according to instructions; maintain accurate part counts.
• Perform routine equipment maintenance and cleaning, monitor supplies, and report equipment problems or repair needs.
• Assist with deburring, component preparation, and paint booth duties as needed while following safety procedures.

Skills

Sandblasting

Surface inspection

Safety awareness

English literacy

Reading instructions

Equipment maintenance

Tools

Sandblasting equipment

Job description

Sandblasting TechnicianPut your manufacturing experience to work preparing metal parts for painting, anodizing, and assembly.SALARY: $19.00 per hourLOCATION: Tualatin, ORSCHEDULE: Monday through Friday, 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM, or Monday through Thursday, 2:00 PM to 12:30 AMWHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS ROLEHands-on work with sandblasting and metal finishing equipment.A variety of duties, including surface preparation, inspection, and occasional assembly preparation.Clear work instructions and established production processes.WHAT YOU’LL DOSet up and operate sandblasting and sand recovery equipment to remove contamination, scale, and markings or create the required surface finish.Position and turn parts for complete coverage, inspect finished surfaces, and report defects or quality concerns.Follow work orders and production schedules, maintain accurate part counts, and load, unload, and kit parts according to instructions.Perform routine equipment maintenance and cleaning, monitor supplies, and report equipment problems or repair needs.Assist with deburring, component preparation, and paint booth duties as needed while following safety procedures and wearing required protective equipment.WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FORAt least six months of related experience in a production or manufacturing environment.Working knowledge of manual and automatic sand or grit blasting equipment, materials, and processes.Experience inspecting cleaned parts and identifying surface quality concerns.Knowledge of sandblasting hazards, safety precautions, and protective equipment.Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English and follow written and verbal work instructions.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSRegularly lift or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally up to 40 pounds. Frequently sit, stand, walk, reach, stoop, kneel, and crouch while moving throughout the production facility. Vision and hearing must be sufficient to perform the work, with correction as needed. Duties include repetitive tasks in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.READY TO TAKE THE NEXT STEP?This position is offered through NW Staffing Resources. Simply select “Apply Online” at the top of the post to submit your application. If you’d like more information about this role or others within the industries we serve, we’d love to connect. Partner with a recruiter who will advocate for your goals, provide insight into the local market, and help you find the right fit.Call or text us directly for confidential consideration at: 503-643-7574IND1