Surface Prep Operator (2nd shift)

Kaman Corporation; Colorado; On-site; USD 29,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Disability coverage

Life insurance

Retirement plan with match

Job summary

RMB Products in Fountain, CO is seeking a Surface Prep Operator for the 2nd shift to prepare metal and other surfaces for coating, lining or painting. You will perform abrasive blasting, masking, and surface inspections to ensure parts meet customer specifications and company quality standards.

The role requires operating overhead cranes and forklifts, following work instructions, maintaining equipment, and upholding safety policies.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in surface preparation preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Current forklift certification or ability to obtain certification through company-sponsored training.
• Current crane and rigging certification or ability to obtain certification through company-sponsored training.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maneuver through tight manufacturing areas, climb, reach away from the body, and lift up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Must successfully complete required respirator certification.
• Ability to work overtime or modified schedules as business needs require.
• Must comply with all established safety policies, procedures, and applicable regulations.
• Maintain reliable attendance and punctuality.

Responsibilities

• Prepare metal and other surfaces for coating, lining, or painting using abrasive blasting and other approved surface preparation methods.
• Follow established work instructions and quality standards to ensure surfaces are properly prepared for subsequent operations.
• Mask and protect parts, components, and surfaces to ensure coatings and lining materials are applied only to designated areas.
• Safely move, position, load, and unload materials and products using overhead cranes, forklifts, and other material handling equipment as required.
• Inspect prepared surfaces to verify cleanliness, surface profile, and overall readiness before coating or lining operations.
• Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of blasting equipment, tools, and work areas to support safe and efficient operations.
• Follow all company safety policies, quality standards, work instructions, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Work collaboratively with team members to support production goals and meet deadlines.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Written communication

Verbal communication

Multi-tasking

Safety awareness

Tools

Forklift certification

Crane & rigging certification

Respirator certification

Job description

Surface Prep Operator (2nd shift)

Manufacturing - Direct Full Time RMB Products, Fountain, CO, US

Salary Range: $21.00 To $22.00 Hourly

RMB Products is seeking a Surface Prep Operator(2nd shift) who is responsible for preparing metal and other surfaces for coating, lining, or painting operations. This position performs abrasive blasting, masking, surface inspections, and other preparation activities to ensure parts meet customer specifications and company quality standards.

Job Duties

Prepare metal and other surfaces for coating, lining, or painting using abrasive blasting and other approved surface preparation methods.

Follow established work instructions and quality standards to ensure surfaces are properly prepared for subsequent operations.

Mask and protect parts, components, and surfaces to ensure coatings and lining materials are applied only to designated areas.

Safely move, position, load, and unload materials and products using overhead cranes, forklifts, and other material handling equipment as required.

Inspect prepared surfaces to verify cleanliness, surface profile, and overall readiness before coating or lining operations.

Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of blasting equipment, tools, and work areas to support safe and efficient operations.

Follow all company safety policies, quality standards, work instructions, and applicable regulatory requirements.

Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

Work collaboratively with team members to support production goals and meet deadlines.

Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

1+ years of experience in surface preparation preferred.

Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Current forklift certification or ability to obtain certification through company-sponsored training.

Current crane and rigging certification or ability to obtain certification through company-sponsored training.

Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to maneuver through tight manufacturing areas, climb, reach away from the body, and lift up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Must successfully complete required respirator certification.

Ability to work overtime or modified schedules as business needs require.

Must comply with all established safety policies, procedures, and applicable regulations.

Must follow company quality standards and established work instructions.

Maintain reliable attendance and punctuality.

At RMB Products, we recognize how important your career and benefits are to you and your family. We offer a full suite of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability coverage, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, basic and supplemental life insurance, employee assistance plan, retirement savings and matching, and other developmental opportunities. We are committed to supporting the way you live and work.

RMB Products is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to complete the application process may contact Human Resources.

This position requires access to information subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Employment is contingent upon the applicant being a “U.S. person” as defined by ITAR (22 CFR §120.15), which includes U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, refugees, or asylees, as required by U.S. export control laws.