Media Blaster
About The Position
Global Power Components is a privately held, growing manufacturer of UL steel fuel tanks, trailers, large generator enclosures, and modular metal enclosures used to house fully equipped electrical distribution and control equipment. The Media Blaster prepares large fabricated steel and aluminum components for painting and finishing by operating industrial blasting equipment in a blast booth. Products include large diesel fuel tanks, generator enclosures, electrical equipment enclosures, structural frames, and other heavy fabricated components. The role is onsite in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, five days per week, and is temp-to-hire after three or more months.
Requirements
- At least 2 years of industrial sandblasting or media blasting experience is preferred, ideally in a blast booth.
- Experience with large steel or aluminum fabricated components is strongly preferred.
- Previous experience in a manufacturing, fabrication, structural steel, or industrial finishing environment.
- Ability to safely operate or become certified on forklifts and overhead cranes.
- Comfort working in a physically demanding industrial environment while wearing required PPE.
- Ability to follow instructions, work independently, and contribute as part of a production team.
- Ability to work a minimum of 40 hours per week, with overtime as production needs require.
- High school diploma or GED preferred.
Nice To Haves
- Industrial painting or other surface-preparation experience.
Responsibilities
- Set up and operate industrial media blasting equipment in a blast booth.
- Blast steel and aluminum components to prepare surfaces for coating and finishing.
- Prepare large fabricated products, including fuel tanks, enclosures, frames, and structural assemblies.
- Ensure surfaces are cleaned and blasted to meet production and quality requirements.
- Safely move and position large parts using forklifts, overhead cranes, and other material-handling equipment.
- Inspect completed work for consistent surface preparation and finish quality.
- Follow safety procedures and properly use required personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Maintain a clean and organized work area and blasting equipment.
- Follow production schedules and direction from the Lead and Supervisor.
- Work with team members to meet daily production and customer requirements.
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Education Level
High school or GED
