2nd shift - Sand Blaster

Job Description

Job Description

Responsibilities:

• Operate a sandblasting system in a blasting room equipped with a hopper and media recovery system.
• Sandblast stainless steel, carbon steel, and alumina parts using JetMag® abrasive media to prepare surfaces for paint or powder coating.
• Monitor the dust collection system and empty the self-dumping dust collector hopper daily using a forklift to ensure proper operation and maintain a clean work environment.
• Safely operate a forklift to move materials and support daily production as needed.
• Inspect parts to ensure proper surface preparation and quality.
• Perform routine cleaning and basic maintenance of the blasting equipment and work area.
• Follow all safety procedures and wear required PPE.
• Assist with powder coating operations as a backup when needed.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous sandblasting experience is preferred.
• Forklift experience is required; forklift certification is preferred (or willingness to become certified, if applicable).
• Experience using JetMag® or similar abrasive blasting media is a plus.
• Powder coating experience is a strong advantage.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.

This is a hands-on position in a manufacturing environment with opportunities to work in both surface preparation and powder coating operations.

Required Education:  

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent. Some vocational or training certificate preferred
• A working knowledge of manual and automatic sand and grit blasting machines, materials, processes, and practices
• A working knowledge of safety devices necessary for outdoor sandblasting including street sandblasting
• A working knowledge of the hazards to health encountered and the protective devices used in sandblasting streets and other surfaces
• Able to do grit or sandblasting and the ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions

Key Competencies:

• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Planning and organizing
• Decision maker
• Exceptional Communication skills

Supervisory Responsibility - This role does not have supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment - This job operates in a shop environment where tools and other machinery is used.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work - this is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Thursday, 4:00PM-2:30AM 

Additional Eligibility Qualifications - must pass a background check and drug test

Other Duties - 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.

About Federal Signal:

Federal Signal Corporation (NYSE: FSS) provides products and services to protect people and our planet. Founded in 1901, Federal Signal is a leading global designer and manufacturer of products and total solutions that serve municipal, governmental, industrial and commercial customers. Headquartered in Downers Grove, IL, with manufacturing facilities worldwide, the Company operates two groups: Environmental Solutions and Safety and Security Systems. For more information on Federal Signal, visit: 

The Company is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will not be discriminated against on the basis of, and will receive consideration for employment without regard to, race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category, characteristic, or trait under applicable law. If you require reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resources at  View email address on ziprecruiter.com. All other applications must be submitted online.