Sandblaster

Sandblaster ($22 - $24/hr.)

Apply to the Sandblaster position at Aerospace Welding and Manufacturing, Inc. (AWI/AMI).

• Set up, operate, and maintain sandblasting equipment and blast booths.
• Prepare parts and materials for blasting, ensuring correct identification and handling.
• Perform sandblasting on various metal components to achieve specified surface finishes.
• Inspect parts before and after blasting to ensure proper cleaning and surface quality.
• Follow all safety procedures, including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the blast area and equipment.
• Monitor and replace blast media as required to maintain efficiency and quality.
• Communicate any equipment malfunctions, material defects, or process issues to supervision.

• Support fabrication duties as needed, including riveting, drilling, countersinking, grinding, deburring, shearing, fabricating, etc.
• Utilize parts washers to clean and dry piece parts and small tubular assemblies.
• Perform other manufacturing responsibilities as assigned.

• HS Diploma or GED required.
• Willing and able to follow both verbal and written work instructions with minimal supervision.
• Physically able to lift, carry and move up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand, bend, reach, and move for extended periods.
• Manual dexterity for handling tools and small parts.
• General manufacturing assembly and fabrication experience preferred.

• Mechanical Aptitude – demonstrated examples of hands‑on work (welding, metal fabrication, etc.).
• Manual Dexterity – ability to perform detailed handwork.
• Experience with Process Standards – ability to read, understand, and execute written instructions.
• Computer Skills – experience with entering and retrieving data from a computer.

• Applied Learning – assimilates and applies new job‑related information in a timely manner.
• Contributes to Team Success – actively participates as a member of a team to move toward goal completion.
• Adaptability – demonstrates flexibility to perform assigned work and adjust to changing processes and requirements.
• Manages Work – effectively manages time and resources to complete work efficiently and utilizes downtime to support other tasks.

Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, life insurance, 401(K) plans with employer match, company‑provided Growth Participation Units (GPU), and more.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability/E‑Verify

• Seniority level:
  Entry level
• Employment type:
  
  Full‑time
• Job function:
  Management and Manufacturing
• Industries:
  Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing