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Blast Operator (Union, 1st Shift)

Vulcan Metals Corporation
Tacoma, WA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/28/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/27/2026
About Us: Vulcan Metals Corporation is a leader in complex engineered castings, delivering critical components to industries such as Rail, Military, Oil & Gas, and Power Generation. With over 100 years of innovation, we're known for precision, reliability, and making a real impact. Join us and be part of a legacy built on excellence!

Position Overview:
The Abrasive Blast Operator's role involves performing abrasive blasting on various steel and stainless-steel castings. The Abrasive Blasting Operator is performed at various stages of the casting and finishing process. The Abrasive Blast Operator works with Finishing Leads and supervisors to ensure that the finished surfaces meet the customers quality expectations.

Primary Responsibilities:
  • Operate various abrasive blasting machines, using manual and automatic processes to remove sand, scale and other materials from steel casting surfaces
  • Use pneumatic chipping hammers to remove sand, chills, or other adhering objects for the casting surface
  • Transport, setup, and reposition castings using overhead cranes and mobile lift trucks, as needed
  • Participate in special activities, projects, and training to support department and company goals
  • Demonstrate behavior that is conducive to creating a safe and healthy work environment
  • Ensure that you understand and follow all safety, sustainability communications, and work instructions
  • Report to supervisors on all incidents and accidents

Experience:
  • Experience in an industrial manufacturing environment is preferred
  • Previous experience operating Abrasive blasting equipment is desired
Qualifications:
  • Ability to fill out daily production & labor sheets
  • High School Diploma or equivalent, preferred
Pay Range: $21.19-$24.97
Schedule:
Monday-Friday; 6:00am-2:30pm

Why join our team at Vulcan Metals Corp? We believe our people are our greatest asset. Keeping our team safe and healthy; physically and mentally has always been our top priority. We encourage and support dynamic and flexible work options to promote a healthy balance and let you get the most out of your time.

Benefits:
  • Competitive Pay
  • Unionized work environment
  • Health, Dental, and Vision insurance options
  • Life and AD&D coverage provided by Vulcan Metals Corp.
  • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability coverage provided by Vulcan Metals Corp.
  • Paid Holidays, PTO, and Vacation
  • 401(k) with a company match
  • Employee Training and Education Reimbursement opportunities
  • We also recognize and reward our employees for the great outcomes they produce and for living Our Values with local and global programs.
100 years of knowledge and experience behind us, endless opportunities ahead.

Prior to commencing employment, you will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment medical examination, including drug testing, and a background check.

Vulcan Metals Corp. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we are committed to providing a diverse, inclusive, engaging and flexible environment for our people because great things happen when individuals are given the opportunity to bring themselves into their work. All employment will be based on merit, competence, performance and business needs.

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Salary : $21 - $25

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