Grit Blast Technician (1st Shift, Mon-Fri)

Component Repair Technologies • Mentor, OH

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About The Position

The Grit Blast Technician, referred to in the posting as a Blast Operator, performs abrasive blasting on turbine engine components to remove surface contaminants and prepare parts for repair and painting. The role uses different blasting equipment and media, including aluminum oxide, plastic grit, and wet blast methods. Employees receive computer-based and hands-on in-house training, with responsibilities increasing as their skills develop.

The technician sets up and operates blast machines according to work instructions and manufacturer specifications; prepares parts through masking and taping; secures supplies, tooling, and blast media; and performs routine equipment inspections, cleaning, adjustments, and maintenance. The role also involves using hand tools and overhead cranes or other lifting equipment, following safety procedures, interpreting written and verbal instructions, and promptly communicating work-related issues. The stated schedule is first shift, Monday through Friday.

Requirements

• Two years of work experience in a manufacturing setting.
• Experience with or familiarity with pressure gauges.
• Ability to perform basic shop math, including decimals and fractions.
• Solid mechanical aptitude and ability to understand step-by-step processes by reading work instructions.
• High school or technical school graduate, or equivalent.
• Ability to learn proper hand-tool use and demonstrate good eye-hand coordination.
• Careful attention to detail.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks.
• Basic knowledge of computers and standard software programs.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.

Responsibilities

• Follow established safety protocols and company safety procedures.
• Perform blasting techniques on turbine engine components using different equipment, including high-pressure air and blast tanks.
• Mask and tape parts, then perform blasting using aluminum oxide, plastic grit, and wet-blast materials.
• Set up and operate blast machines and associated equipment according to work instructions and manufacturer specifications.
• Secure supplies, tooling, and blast media before starting work.
• Perform routine inspections of blast equipment.
• Clean, adjust, and maintain equipment using hand tools.
• Use overhead cranes and lifting equipment in daily work.
• Accurately follow written and verbal instructions and read and interpret work instructions in various formats.
• Communicate work-related problems and issues promptly and efficiently to supervisors or other departments.

Benefits

• Health, vision, and dental coverage, with a fully funded health care option that has no premiums for the employee and family, as well as a traditional employee premium-contribution option.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage and life insurance.
• 401(k) program with company match.
• Continuing education opportunities, including tuition reimbursement subject to eligibility requirements.
• Paid time off through vacation days and personal days.
• Multiple shift opportunities with hourly premiums for off-shifts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED