Blaster/Mechanical Cleaning Technician (Construction)
Job Summary?
Performs blasting/mechanical cleaning and any chemical pre-cleaning prior to blasting necessary to supply our internal and external customers with high quality, clean surface for their parts. Must maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.
Supervisory Responsibilities:?
None.?
Supervision:?
Reports to Department Supervisor & Plant Manager?
Needs regular guidance from supervisor or plant manager?
Duties / Responsibilities
Shovels or pours abrasive media of specified grade into machine hopper.Loads parts into cabinets or tumbling barrelsTurns valves on equipment to regulate pressure and composition of abrasive mixture flowing through nozzle or into tumbling barrel.
Starts equipment that directs blast or flow of abrasive laden compressed air over surface of parts.Directs nozzle over surface of large parts or inserts arms through glove fitted cabinet openings and manipulates small parts under nozzle for specified interval.Visual in-process inspection.Proper performance of tasks required within the blasting process.
Verify part counts incoming and after processing.Examines finished parts to ensure conformance to specifications.Proper packaging of completed customer parts when required.Understanding of equipment, various types of blasting media, air pressures and the effects of various media upon different substratesUtilize safe methods of handling materials, including solvents and media, required in all aspects of cleaning process.
Continuous performance of administrative tasks associated with the process, including processing (and maintenance if required) of any records generated from these tasks.Various types of Respirators are required for this position. Respirator training, fit testing, & medical evaluations are also required for respirator issuance.Works overtime as requiredPerforms other related duties as assigned
Job Level?
Entry level.?
Required Skills/Abilities:??
Must have basic math skills to count quantities.?
Flexible to changing responsibilities/priorities?
Education and Experience:?
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Physical Requirements:??
Must be able to remain in a stationary position 70% of the time?
Frequently moves parts/equipment weighing up to 50 lbs. across work area.?
Visual acuity to read instructions, operate machines, and inspect parts.?
Work in chemical induced environment with appropriate PPE
Work in extreme heat & cold temperatures
Lift 10-30 lbs on a repetitive basis without assistance
Stand on a continual basis for duration of shift
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Vision Requirements:?
Individuals who inspect material for final acceptance must have:?
o Color Vision Eye Examination annually per IFT vision requirements?
o Near-Vision Eye Examination annually per IFT vision requirements?
The Individual(s) must meet the minimum standards in one eye with or without glasses/contacts.??
Travel?
Local and overnight travel may be required on occasion.?
Disclaimer: This job description is not a complete description of responsibility, but reflects the general qualifications, duties and/or responsibilities necessary to perform this position. All candidates who receive a written offer of employment will be required to successfully pass a background check and drug screen. Imagineering Finishing Technologies reserves the right to revise the job description as necessary.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement: Imagineering Finishing Technologies is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
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