Job Description
Job Description
Blast Operator Level I — Aerospace
Location: Woodinville, WA
Workplace Type: On-Site
Department: Operations / Blasting / Surface Processing
Position Type: Full-Time
Shift: Friday–Sunday, 5:00 AM–5:45 PM
Pay Range: $20.00–$25.25/hour, depending on experience
Experience Level: Entry Level — no experience required
Position Summary
A confidential aerospace manufacturing client in Woodinville, WA is seeking a Blast Operator Level I to support blasting, buffing, rework, production flow, and surface processing operations.
The Blast Operator will perform blasting work according to router instructions and supervisor schedules, operate buffing wheels, sandblast parts as required, inspect castings for visual acceptance, and complete daily production documentation. This role requires strong attention to detail, the ability to follow work instructions, basic computer skills, and a willingness to learn aerospace manufacturing processes.
The ideal candidate is reliable, safety-focused, organized, and able to keep pace with production flow between work cells, grain etch, and heat treat areas.
Key Responsibilities
- Schedule and perform blasting work by reading router instructions and following the supervisor’s production schedule.
- Sandblast parts as required according to work instructions and production requirements.
- Perform required operations using a buffing wheel.
- Handle various blast part types and support rework as needed.
- Ensure visual acceptance of castings and identify obvious defects or quality concerns.
- Process work in the ERP system as required.
- Complete all required documentation, including log maintenance and production logs.
- Record daily work performed and properly distribute work time using operational codes.
- Follow routing cards in the correct sequence.
- Keep pace with product coming from work cell grain etch and product moving to and from heat treat.
- Ensure product moves through the process in a timely manner.
- Troubleshoot basic production or process issues as trained.
- Support training of others when required.
- Handle more complex setups as skills develop.
- Maintain a clean, orderly, and safe work area.
- Follow all safety rules, PPE requirements, and company procedures.
- Assist with special projects as needed.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent required.
- Entry-level role; no prior experience required.
- Basic computer knowledge.
- Ability to read work orders and basic prints.
- Ability to follow router instructions, routing cards, schedules, and production requirements.
- Ability to prioritize, organize, and complete tasks efficiently.
- Ability to communicate professionally and work cooperatively with others.
- Willingness to learn new processes and support training of others.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Ability to maintain a clean and safe work area.
- Ability to follow all safety rules and PPE requirements.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous manufacturing, aerospace, blasting, sandblasting, buffing, finishing, deburring, surface processing, or production experience is a plus.
- Experience with ERP systems or production documentation is a plus.
- Experience reading basic prints, routers, work orders, or manufacturing instructions is a plus.
- DAP training completed or willingness to complete required training.
- Experience working around heat treat, grain etch, casting, or surface finishing operations is a plus.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and perform repetitive production tasks throughout the shift.
- Ability to use hands and fingers to handle parts, tools, equipment, and production paperwork.
- Ability to work around blasting equipment, buffing wheels, sandblasting media, castings, aerospace parts, heat treat flow, and manufacturing activity.
- Ability to wear required PPE and follow all safety procedures.
- Ability to maintain production pace during a 12-hour weekend shift.
- Additional physical requirements may apply based on department needs.
Ideal Candidate Profile
The ideal candidate is dependable, safety-minded, and willing to learn. This person should be comfortable working in a hands-on aerospace manufacturing environment, following instructions, completing documentation, and keeping production moving efficiently.
The strongest candidates will have prior manufacturing, blasting, buffing, finishing, deburring, sanding, surface processing, or aerospace production experience, but this is an entry-level opportunity for candidates with the right attitude, reliability, and attention to detail.