Special Process Operator – Blasting (Skill Level 2)

Location: Charlotte, North Carolina
Employment Type: Contract
Shift: 8:00AM - 4:00PM
Pay Range: $18 - $21/hour

About the Role

As a Special Process Operator in the Blasting Department, you’ll play a key role in preparing and treating components to meet manufacturing and customer requirements. You’ll operate a variety of blasting, peening, and cleaning equipment with minimal supervision while upholding the highest safety and quality standards.

This position is ideal for individuals who thrive in hands-on industrial environments and are motivated to grow their skillset in a high-performance manufacturing team.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform surface preparation using grit blasting and shot peening equipment.

• Operate manual, walk-in, and automated blast machines, adjusting parameters as needed.

• Assist in furnace, machining, coating, and cleaning processes per production schedules.

• Load/unload components using forklifts and assist in fixture setup for processing.

• Perform and document preventative maintenance on blasting equipment.

• Maintain and replenish blasting/peening media and department consumables.

• Complete basic housekeeping and operate floor scrubbing equipment.

• Follow JHAs (Job Hazard Analyses) and all safety protocols.

• Transport components across workstations using approved equipment and methods.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent required.

• Experience:

  • Entry-level candidates with industrial environment experience welcome.

  • At least 1 year of hands-on experience operating blaster equipment is required for Skill Level 2.

  • Ability to train peers and perform preventive maintenance is preferred.

• Technical Skills:

  • Comfortable operating blasting, peening, and water jet cleaning machinery.

  • Basic mechanical knowledge for equipment adjustments and minor repairs.

• Certifications:

  • Must be willing to obtain and maintain forklift certification.

Core Competencies

• Mechanical aptitude and attention to detail

• Ability to follow instructions and safety protocols

• Team player with a proactive, self-starter attitude

• Capable of performing repetitive tasks with precision and consistency

• Physically fit for bending, standing, and lifting (up to 50 lbs)

Working Conditions

• Industrial setting with exposure to heat, noise, dust, and chemicals.

• Protective equipment required: goggles, respirators, gloves, steel-toe boots, etc.

• Crane usage available for lifting heavy tools and fixtures.

• May involve wearing a full hooded air supply respirator during select operations.

Why Join Us?

You’ll be joining a team that values craftsmanship, safety, and continuous improvement. Whether you're looking to grow your manufacturing career or build a foundation in a specialized trade, this opportunity offers long-term potential with skill development and training included.