Sand Blast Operator - Ascent Aerospace : Job Details

The Sand Blast Operator removes markings from metal and other surfaces for repairs.Essential FunctionsOperates Sand Blast machinery.Maintains hoses and nozzles, and cleans oils, adjusts, and makes minor repairs to sandblast machines and printable air compressors.Performs clean-up of glass and sand media, and general organization of work area.Orders sand, cement, and other materials as needed.Assists in erecting scaffolding and staging needed in sandblasting operations.Operates forklift in accordance with safety standards.Enforces safety precautions applicable to outdoor sandblasting including PPE clean-up glass and sand media.Any other duties assigned by management.Required Skills, Education & ExperienceAny combination of education and experience providing the required skill and knowledge for successful job performance will be considered. Typical qualifications would be:Minimum High School Diploma/GED required.Minimum 1 year of sandblasting experience preferred.Minimum 1 year of experience within a manufacturing environment.Basic mathematical skills.This position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a US Person  as defined by 22.C.F.R. § is required.Preferred QualificationsAbility to effectively handle tasks in a fast-paced environment.Able to work varied shifts, overtime, and weekends when necessary.Ability to work with management team to help drive performance of location.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITYNone.TravelNone.Working ConditionsWorking conditions described here are representative of those that may be experienced by an employee on a daily basis while performing the functions of this job.While performing the duties of this job, employee may be exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes, and airborne particles.The employee may be exposed to vibration.The employee is occasionally exposed to caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.May be required to work weekends to meet department and business demands.Work with safe manufacturing processes and understanding that eyewear is mandatory in the manufacturing area.Knows that safety shoes are recommended in the manufacturing area.Physical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.Must be able to sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.Must be able to see, talk, hear, touch, feel, and reach with hands and arms.Must be able to frequently walk & stand for short periods of time.Must be able to lift and move up to 35 pounds, occasionally lift and move objects up to 50lbs.Special RequirementsEmployment is contingent upon successfully passing an employee reference check, criminal background check, and drug screening.This position requires use of information that is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder).Ascent Aerospace is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status or a person's relationship or association with a protected veteran, including spouses and other family members, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.#J-18808-Ljbffr