Shot Blaster

Valmont Industries, Inc. • Steele, AL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Valmont - Steele, AL is seeking a Shot Blaster, first shift for our Paint Department. 8-10 hours shifts Monday through Friday. Employee will complete a variety of tasks in the Corrocote department including shot blasting, general clean up, tape/masking, reading prints and completing paperwork. Must follow all processes, procedures and regulations and maintain the highest of standards including no damage to product and/or equipment. Must wear PPE at all times, arrive on time, work the required schedule each week and report any damage or issues to the department supervisor immediately. Must be aware of surroundings at all times, including coworkers.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent preferred
• Previous experience with sandblasting, shot blasting or auto painting preferred
• Must be mechanically and technically inclined
• Able to read, write, and calculate simple mathematics.
• Able to pay attention to detail and understand/follow instructions
• Able to train and apply training in the paint department
• Able to communicate and interact with coworkers in a positive manner
• Able to recognize and solve practical problems or issues
• Able to work in a team environment with a diverse group of people
• Able to communicate problems and ideas effectively to co-workers, supervisors, and managers.
• Minimum six months experience using a forklift and/or overhead crane
• Minimum six months experience sandblasting or shot blasting
• Must be able to work with minimal supervision
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs
• Able stand, walk, sit, bend, squat, stoop, push, pull, reach, grasp, hold and carry for various periods of time
• Able to wear required PPE at all times: Hard hat, safety glasses, ear plugs, gloves, reflective vest, long sleeves, long pants, steel toed boots with built in met guards, fresh air feed hood, face shield

Responsibilities

• Shot blast poles using a shot blast hose
• Maintain and operate shot blasting equipment properly and safely
• Pull and read product blue prints for blast knowledge
• Ensure high quality products with visual quality check
• Complete appropriate paperwork/log books
• Assist in masking/taping
• Assist in Crane Operation as needed
• May train as back up painter
• Work closely with the Long Side Finishing Department
• Wear required personal protective equipment including supplied air hood (must pass a FIT and PFT)
• Follow facility safety regulations
• Maintain a safe and productive working environment
• Pay attention to detail and follow work instructions
• Calculate simple mathematics and accurately read a tape measure
• Communicate and interact with coworkers in a positive manner
• Be a team player in a diverse group assisting in other areas/in other ways as needed or when idle.
• Be a person of passion and integrity who has the drive to excel and deliver exceptional results
• Complete a variety of tasks in the Corrocote department including shot blasting, general clean up, tape/masking, reading prints and completing paperwork.
• Follow all processes, procedures and regulations and maintain the highest of standards including no damage to product and/or equipment.
• Wear PPE at all times, arrive on time, work the required schedule each week and report any damage or issues to the department supervisor immediately.
• Be aware of surroundings at all times, including coworkers.

Benefits

• Healthcare (medical, prescription drugs, dental and vision)
• 401k retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off
• Employer paid life insurance
• Employer paid short-term and long-term disability including maternity leave
• Work Life Support
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year
• Voluntary programs like tobacco cessation, Type 2 diabetes reversal, one-on-one health coaching, mortgage services and more

What This Job Offers

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