Grit Blaster B

Associates to perform all safety checks at the start of their shift on all cranes and tools and document as necessary.  Continue to perform safety checks throughout the shift. 

• Stripping of materials using grit, or Aluminum Oxide to tanks and other parts by directing flow of grit on metal parts to remove sand, rust and dirt.
• Varies concentration of grit or aluminum oxide and selects appropriate pressure to obtain required surface finish. 
• Applies masking materials to protect areas not to be grit blasted and screw in plugs to protect threads.
• Keeps equipment clean to insure proper operation.
• Removal of exhausted Grit or Aluminum Oxide from blasting room.
• Associates drive and transfer material into the blast area
• Must be able to learn how to use tools, fixtures and machinery required in the area. 
• Clean and organize area at the end of the shift
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instruction and procedure manuals. 
• Material handling – safe operating of cranes, hoists, and forklifts as needed.  Also successfully complete any training/safety program relating to the operation of the equipment. 

EQUIPMENT KNOWLEDGE:

• Pneumatic tools, as provided by the company.
• Hand tools required for completion of job tasks.
• Impact wrench, air ratchet, crescent wrench, and other tools used to assemble product.

ROLE REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to work will in a fast paced environment to meet team expectations.
• Understanding and support of Company policies and procedures. 
• Ability to understand and abide by all safety rules and regulations to perform the job.
• Must have a basic understanding of computers.
• Must have reading, writing and simple math skills.
• Must be able to read blue prints.
• Must have either a High School diploma, GED, or at least 1 year working experience in an industrial based environment. 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully preform the essential functions of this job. 
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Stand / walk                                                       - Frequent 
• Bend / squat                                                      - Frequent
• Sitting                                                                  - Occasionally
• Lifting                                                                 - Frequent (0 to 50lbs) (Over 50lbs with assistance)
• Reaching / simple grasping                           - Frequent 
• Push / Pulling                                                     - Frequent
• Lifting above waste / shoulders                    - Frequent 
• Computer usage                                             - Frequent 
• Verbal communication                                   - Frequent 

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  

• Work 100% of the time in a manufacturing setting; standing, sitting, kneeling, walking, bending, lifting, and reaching.
• Majority of work activities performed indoors in an area with temperature variations, noise, dust, and fumes.
• Occasionally working in a wet environment 
• Occasional work activity is performed outdoors.

This job description is not intended to be all inclusive, and the employee will also perform other reasonably related business duties as assigned by immediate supervisor and other management, as required. Staffing of positions to be determined by the company.

As an employee, you are required to understand the ISO system and the elements that affect your job. 

Must prove that employee can meet the essential duties of the job within 90 days by completing employee training checklist F-HR- 720-16.