Shot Blaster

Valmont Industries, Inc. • Steele, AL

12d • Onsite

About The Position

Valmont - Steele, AL is seeking a Shot Blaster - third shift for our Paint Department. 8 hour shift, Sunday night through Friday morning. Hourly pay plus shift differential.

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
• Employee will complete a variety of tasks in the Paint 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 and/or Crew Lead immediately.
• Must 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: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED