Blasting Operator**
**Job Description**
As a Blasting Operator, you will be responsible for the basic sand blasting and cleaning of parts. You will load the machine and use a small sand blaster to clean parts and remove imperfections. We are seeking individuals with a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and good communication skills.
**Responsibilities**
+ Perform basic sand blasting and cleaning of parts.
+ Load machine and use small sand blaster to clean parts and remove imperfections.
+ Review and assimilate work instructions relating to racking, cleaning, and masking operations.
+ Conduct receiving inspections and report any damage or discrepancies before processing.
+ Perform manual shot peen operations using cast steel or hard (cut-wire) shot.
+ Test and measure shot media quality and performance, documenting results.
+ Inspect surfaces and part features tolerances post-peening to ensure compliance with specifications.
+ Gather supplies such as racks, tooling, baskets, carts, etc.
+ Rack and turn production parts for shot peening operations.
+ Clean production parts, including degreasing or manual solvent cleaning.
+ Work closely with inspectors and area leadership to complete work and prioritize tasks.
+ Clean, organize, and maintain work area as prescribed by supervision.
+ Complete documentation, count production parts, perform computer scanning, package, and transport parts.
**Essential Skills**
+ Good communication skills.
+ Basic mathematic skills: add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
+ Understanding of basic geometry concepts for effective peening coverage.
+ Ability to properly use measuring and inspection equipment such as digital scales, feeler gauges, magnifiers.
+ Ability to stand for prolonged periods with limited movement.
**Additional Skills & Qualifications**
+ Experience with personal protective equipment (PPE) during tasks (goggles, safety glasses, aprons, boots, gloves, hearing protection).
+ Knowledge of safety directives and policies.
+ Ability to perform manual shot peen operations using cast steel or hard (cut-wire) shot.
**Why Work Here?**
This role offers a dynamic work environment with the opportunity to work closely with skilled professionals and leadership. You will gain hands-on experience in production processes and contribute to the quality and performance of our products. Join our team for a rewarding career in a supportive and safety-conscious facility.
**Work Environment**
The position is based in a production facility where you will be required to wear proper safety equipment for shot peen machine operations. Expect exposure to chemicals, solvents, occasional fumes, wet/humid conditions, low-level lighting, and moderate noise levels. Heavy lifting or the use of mechanical hoists may be required at times.
**Job Type & Location**
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Kent, Washington.
**Pay and Benefits**
The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
**Workplace Type**
This is a fully onsite position in Kent,WA.
**Application Deadline**
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 24, 2025.
**About Aerotek:**
We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.
Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
**Job Description**
As a Blasting Operator, you will be responsible for the basic sand blasting and cleaning of parts. You will load the machine and use a small sand blaster to clean parts and remove imperfections. We are seeking individuals with a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and good communication skills.
**Responsibilities**
+ Perform basic sand blasting and cleaning of parts.
+ Load machine and use small sand blaster to clean parts and remove imperfections.
+ Review and assimilate work instructions relating to racking, cleaning, and masking operations.
+ Conduct receiving inspections and report any damage or discrepancies before processing.
+ Perform manual shot peen operations using cast steel or hard (cut-wire) shot.
+ Test and measure shot media quality and performance, documenting results.
+ Inspect surfaces and part features tolerances post-peening to ensure compliance with specifications.
+ Gather supplies such as racks, tooling, baskets, carts, etc.
+ Rack and turn production parts for shot peening operations.
+ Clean production parts, including degreasing or manual solvent cleaning.
+ Work closely with inspectors and area leadership to complete work and prioritize tasks.
+ Clean, organize, and maintain work area as prescribed by supervision.
+ Complete documentation, count production parts, perform computer scanning, package, and transport parts.
**Essential Skills**
+ Good communication skills.
+ Basic mathematic skills: add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
+ Understanding of basic geometry concepts for effective peening coverage.
+ Ability to properly use measuring and inspection equipment such as digital scales, feeler gauges, magnifiers.
+ Ability to stand for prolonged periods with limited movement.
**Additional Skills & Qualifications**
+ Experience with personal protective equipment (PPE) during tasks (goggles, safety glasses, aprons, boots, gloves, hearing protection).
+ Knowledge of safety directives and policies.
+ Ability to perform manual shot peen operations using cast steel or hard (cut-wire) shot.
**Why Work Here?**
This role offers a dynamic work environment with the opportunity to work closely with skilled professionals and leadership. You will gain hands-on experience in production processes and contribute to the quality and performance of our products. Join our team for a rewarding career in a supportive and safety-conscious facility.
**Work Environment**
The position is based in a production facility where you will be required to wear proper safety equipment for shot peen machine operations. Expect exposure to chemicals, solvents, occasional fumes, wet/humid conditions, low-level lighting, and moderate noise levels. Heavy lifting or the use of mechanical hoists may be required at times.
**Job Type & Location**
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Kent, Washington.
**Pay and Benefits**
The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
**Workplace Type**
This is a fully onsite position in Kent,WA.
**Application Deadline**
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 24, 2025.
**About Aerotek:**
We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.
Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
Job ID: 484847454
Originally Posted on: 7/11/2025
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