Walk-In Sand/Shotblaster: Casting Surface Prep Pro

Precision Castparts; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Precision Castparts is seeking a skilled Blast Operator to clean surfaces of large castings in a walk-in booth using air-propelled sand or shot. You will load parts, control blasting time, and ensure uniform color and material removal for subsequent processes.

Responsibilities include equipment operation, safety compliance, and basic maintenance. Training is provided, with emphasis on reading routers and following process cards to meet quality standards.

Qualifications

• Cleaning and blasting skills as demonstrated by sandblaster and shotblaster duties.
• Equivalent combination of classroom training and work experience.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to follow instructions and read routers or technique cards.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Physical ability to perform essential job functions.

Responsibilities

• Verifies lot, part identification and operation number.
• Loads castings into walk-in cabinet manually or with hoist.
• Masks tooling points as needed.
• Sand or shot blasts parts in cabinet with hand-held nozzles.
• Removes all sand or shot from cavities for cleaning or subsequent operations.
• Visually inspects blasted parts for material removal and color uniformity.
• Removes castings from cabinet and places on pallets.
• Maintains safety and adheres to procedures.

Skills

Cleaning and blasting skills

Independent work

Follow instructions

Math calculations

Tools

Walk-in Sandblast Equipment

Walk-in Shotblast Equipment

Forklift

Hoists

Pallet jacks

Job description

Precision Castparts is seeking a skilled Blast Operator to clean surfaces of large castings in a walk-in booth using air-propelled sand or shot. You will load parts, control blasting time, and ensure uniform color and material removal for subsequent processes.

Responsibilities include equipment operation, safety compliance, and basic maintenance. Training is provided, with emphasis on reading routers and following process cards to meet quality standards.