Industrial Sandblaster – Metal Surface Preparation

Location: Greater Portland, ME Area
Pay: $23.00–$25.00 per hour, based on experience
Job Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire
Shift: 1st Shift  

Industrial Sandblaster Wanted – Build Your Career in Manufacturing!

Masis Staffing Solutions is recruiting an Industrial Sandblaster for a direct hire opportunity with a well-established precision manufacturing company in the Greater Portland, Maine area.

If you have experience with sandblasting, abrasive blasting, or preparing metal surfaces for industrial coatings, this is a great opportunity to put your skills to work!

Our client has been in business for over 50 years, manufacturing precision components and fabricated equipment for industries including aerospace, defense, medical equipment, and power generation.

What You’ll Do

• Operate industrial sandblasting equipment to clean and prepare fabricated metal components for painting.

• Remove rust, old coatings, and surface imperfections using abrasive blasting techniques.

• Perform additional surface preparation, including hand sanding and solvent cleaning.

• Set up and maintain sandblast booths, compressors, hoses, nozzles, filters, and pressure gauges.

• Inspect blasting equipment before use and identify worn or damaged components.

• Clean and maintain equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation.

• Safely move and position large fabricated parts using material handling equipment, including forklifts and overhead cranes, when trained and authorized.

• Follow job specifications and quality requirements for surface preparation.

• Comply with safety procedures, respiratory protection requirements, and proper waste handling practices.

• Assist with preparing finished products for shipment.

What We’re Looking For

• 1–3 years of industrial sandblasting or abrasive blasting experience preferred.

• Experience preparing metal surfaces for painting or industrial coatings.

• Familiarity with sandblast booths, compressors, hoses, nozzles, and blasting equipment.

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and work specifications.

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.

• Good hand-eye coordination and mechanical aptitude.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

• Ability to safely use required respiratory protective equipment.

Experience with industrial metal fabrication, manufacturing, or surface finishing is a plus.

Compensation & Benefits

• $22–$25 per hour, based on experience.

• Direct hire opportunity with an established manufacturer.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.

• 401(k) with employer match.

• Paid time off and 11 paid holidays.

• Bereavement leave.

• Employer-paid short-term disability and group life insurance.

• Long-term disability and supplemental insurance options.

• Paid tuition reimbursement.

• Opportunities for career growth and advancement.

Pre-Employment Requirements

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of applicable pre-employment requirements, including:

• Pre-employment physical.

• Drug screening.

• Background check.

• Ability to meet applicable respiratory protection and safety requirements.

Interested? Apply Today!

If you have experience as an Industrial Sandblaster, Abrasive Blaster, Blast Booth Operator, Surface Preparation Technician, or Metal Finisher, we’d love to hear from you!

Apply today to learn more about this opportunity!

Masis Staffing Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Masis Staffing is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. We are an equal opportunity employer. Applicants, employees, and former employees are protected from employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation or transgender status), national origin, age (40 or older), veteran status, disability and genetic information (including family medical history).