Sandblaster

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JOIN THE NORSTAR TEAM! Norstar Industries Ltd. is a family-owned manufacturer of one of the largest product lines of grain handling equipment on the market. Supplying material handling solutions to customers both nationally and internationally, Norstar prides itself in providing a market-leading product with integrity and quality.

Norstar offers competitive wages and comprehensive benefits along with opportunities for professional growth and advancement. At Norstar, we succeed together. Join our team and experience the opportunities, growth and excitement of Norstar!

PAINT TECHNICIAN

Qualified candidates should email their resume to hr@norstarindustries.ca

The position of Sandblaster includes, but is not limited to, operating sandblast equipment within an unheated blast booth. Primary responsibilities will include preparing and blasting various metal/steel pieces for painting.

The Sandblaster is expected to adhere to Norstar safety procedures that apply to proper ventilation and protective clothing while doing so (including respirators). The Sandblaster may also be required to read and understand various production drawings, work orders and other written instructions.

Requirements

• Experience as a sandblaster in a commercial or manufacturing environment is an asset.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team in a busy environment
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Strong work ethic
• Effective communication skills (verbal and written)
• Ability to work well under pressure
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to follow instructions and guidance from shop leadership
• Ability to follow all safety protocols
• Physically able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Overtime as required

Core Competencies

• Quality Orientation
• Time Management
• Problem Solving
• Accountability and Dependability
• Operating Equipment
• Ethics and Integrity
• Planning and Organizing
• Mathematical Reasoning
• Compliance of Safety and Quality Standards
• Communication
• Team Work

Job Duties

• Safely operate sandblast equipment within a blast booth
• Sandblast metal/steel components year-round, including work performed in an unheated blast booth
• Prepare metal surfaces for painting, including cleaning, masking and surface preparation
• Maintain safe work practices at all times including wearing of all required PPE, ie: facial air supplied respirator
• Conduct Quality Inspections of their work.
• Must follow production drawings and instructions, written and verbal
• Maintain equipment in good working condition and report maintenance and safety concerns
• Conduct repairs, modifications and retrofits.
• Provide data to assist in monitoring and tracking project status.
• Assist in training of junior employees,
• Ensure accuracy and completion of assigned tasks and projects.
• Sign off on completed work orders and quality of work.

This position is on site daily at the Norstar Trailer Shop. 40 hours per week, full-time permanent.

If you believe you would be the right person for this role, we welcome you submit your Resume in to our Human Resources Department by clicking on Apply! Or email your resume to HR@norstarindustries.ca. (We will be only interviewing candidates who are currently residing in Manitoba.)

Join Norstar Industries and contribute to our mission of delivering innovative construction solutions to our valued customers.

We thank all those who apply, however; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $21.00-$26.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Disability insurance
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• RRSP match

Application question(s):

• Norstar is located just outside of the town of Rosenort, MB which is about a 40 minutes drive south of Winnipeg. A successful candidate will be able and willing to make this commute.
• Are you legally entitled to work in Canada?
• Do you currently reside in Manitoba, Canada?

Experience:

• Maintenance: 3 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person