Job Description Job Title: Sandblasting Specialist Division: PFI FLSA: Non-Exempt Grade: NA Job Status: Full Time Travel Required: 0-10% Revision Date: 10/19/2026 Reports To: Production Manager PURPOSE OF POSITION We are seeking a skilled and quality-focused Sandblaster to join our stainless-steel manufacturing facility. In this specialized role, you will operate abrasive blasting equipment to clean, deburr, finish, and condition stainless steel components, fabrications, and chemical-grade vessels. Because stainless steel requires strict contamination controls, you will be responsible for utilizing dedicated non-ferrous abrasive media to achieve precise surface profiles and cosmetic finishes without compromising the corrosion resistance of the metal. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned. More specifically, the person will:
- Blast-clean and finish stainless steel fabrications, weldments, tanks, and structural components to remove weld discoloration, scale, and surface imperfections.
- Enforce strict cross-contamination protocols by ensuring only approved, nonferrous media (such as clean glass bead, aluminum oxide, or ceramic bead) are used on stainless steel surfaces.
- Set up, adjust, and operate specialized blasting equipment, including walk-in blast booths, automated systems, and pressure-pot nozzles.
- Read and interpret manufacturing blueprints, welding maps, and engineering routing sheets to identify critical tolerances, sealing faces, and machined threads that require masking.
- Apply high-performance masking materials to safeguard fine-machined surfaces, interior threads, and sanitary fittings from abrasive impact.
- Inspect blasted surfaces using surface profile gauges, gloss meters, and visual standards to ensure compliance with architectural, food-grade, or pharmaceutical finishing specifications.
- Coordinate with the chemical pickling and passivation department to ensure proper workflow and optimal surface adhesion for any post-blast treatments.
- Conduct daily safety and maintenance checks on blast nozzles, containment seals, grounding wires, and dust collection systems.
- Maintain a clean, organized workspace and strictly follow OSHA guidelines, plant safety protocols, and 5S principles.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workspace while adhering to all OSHA guidelines and PPE protocols.
- Plan and execute given tasks in a timely manner and within deadlines.
- Continually participate in additional training related to the job.
- Perform extra assignments in other areas and related task assignments in the work area.
- Demonstrate regular, consistent attendance.
- Perform housekeeping in the area including but not limited to sweeping, mopping, and cleaning tools and machines.
- Communicate positively with managers, peers, and customers, both internal and external.
QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- A minimum of 1–3 years of experience in sandblasting experience working with stainless steel is preferred but not required.
- Proficiency with hand and power tools including angle grinders, orbital sanders, buffers, and straight-line sanders.
- Ability to read and interpret fabrication blueprints, shop drawings, and finish specifications.
- Solid understanding of stainless steel characteristics, abrasive grit sequences, and grain matching.
- Strong attention to detail and a commitment to high-quality craftsmanship.
TRAINING – CERTIFICATIONS – LICENSES
- Valid Driver’s license required.
COMPETENCIES To perform this position successfully, the individual should demonstrate the following work competencies:
- Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Uses equipment properly.
- Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves issues in a timely manner.
- Communication Skills – Speaks clearly, listens, seeks clarification, respond to questions.
- Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction, and takes responsibility.
- Quality Assurance - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
- Ethics/Professionalism - Treats people with respect; Works ethically and with integrity.
- Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures.
- Judgment - Exhibits sound and accurate judgment.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS While performing the duties of this position, the employee:
- Must be able to frequently stoop/bend.
- Must be able to regularly use hands and arms.
- Must be able to regularly stand and walk.
- Must be able to frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
- Must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds of equipment with assist available.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, distance, color and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
- Specific hearing abilities required by this job include the ability to hear alarms of equipment, hear customers, and to hear instructions from others.
ENVIRONMENTAL ADAPTABILITY While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to wet or humid conditions (non-weather), work near moving mechanical parts, work in high, precarious places, fume or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, worldwide outdoor weather conditions, extreme cold (non-weather), extreme heat (non-weather), risk of electrical shock, and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is MODERATE. Safety glasses, steel toe shoes and ear plugs in production areas or at customer facilities. Other PPE required in some customer facilities. Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. PFI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, The Employer will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with PFI.
|
Your email job alert is now active!