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Sandblaster/Racker

Engineered Metals & Composites
Columbia, SC Full Time
POSTED ON 1/10/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/9/2026

Position Summary:

The Sandblaster/Racker has primary responsibility of sandblasting and preparing aluminum parts for the next step on each items’ build process i.e. Powdercoat or shipping to customer. The Sandblaster/Racker will prepare surfaces for powder coating by using high pressure streams of abrasive sand. Each job must be run with safety, accuracy and timeliness in the finishing area.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Identify/report any inconsistencies in parts to Supervisor/Team Lead.
  • Operate sandblasting machine and adjust settings to control the pressure and composition of the abrasive material
  • After sandblasting, inspect for defects
  • Regular cleaning of sandblasting booth
  • Adhere to safety protocols, including wearing PPE; such as gloves, helmet, full body to suit to protect against harmful dust and debris.
  • Rack frames properly in order for them to be powder coated

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • Sandblasting/Finishing experience in a Manufacturing environment
  • Good level of physical fitness
  • Keen eye for detail
  • Lift 20 - 50 lbs. consistently throughout the entirety of shift
  • Ability to bend several times, pushing up to 100 lbs, reaching, climb ladders/step stools, kneeling

Performance Expectations:

Safety, quality, accuracy, timeliness, reliability and thoroughness of work performed; gains the trust and respect of the shift supervisor, co-workers and other employees; develops good working relationships with the shift supervisor, co-workers and other employees. Develops working knowledge of the production environment and has ability to respond to change. Work to continuously improve the operations of the department through Lean activities and improvement suggestions.

Working Conditions:

This position works in a production environment with the risk of injury. Some safety equipment must be worn when working with equipment in the shop. Bending, lifting and pushing up to 70 pounds is required.

Pay: From $18.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18

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