As a Grit Blaster, you will be responsible for cleaning and preparing surfaces for painting by removing unwanted materials from metal parts, castings and other metal products to prepare them for paint using an abrasive blasting process. This process is an integral part of the finishing process, ensuring our products stand up to the rugged and challenging terrain of the forestry industry. To excel in this role, attention to detail and the ability to work efficiently will be crucial in ensuring the quality of finished products.

Location: 1556 Industrial Road, Cambridge

Dedicated Weekend Shift: 6:00am – 6:00pm, Friday - Sunday

Shift Premium: $4.00 per hour for weekend day shift  

Job Duties

• Read and interpret work orders, following the production schedule to ensure parts are prepared for paint in the order in which they are needed

• Operate a grit blasting machine to clean and prepare surfaces for painting
• Inspect surfaces to identify areas that require additional cleaning or preparation
• Work safely and efficiently to ensure time management tasks are completed properly
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment
• Follow all safety protocols and procedures
• Operate lifting devices such as cranes (overhead and/or jib) to complete large welding jobs

Skills and Experience

• Adapt to a changing work environment, competing demands, and be able to deal with frequent changes, delays, or unexpected events
• Demonstrate a keen level of attention to detail and conscientiousness to work independently with minimal supervision
• Blasting tasks require collaboration with team members; effective communication and reasoning skills are essential when working on projects involving multiple team members
• Physical requirements include standing, climbing, kneeling, bending, twisting, reaching, gripping, and pinching

• Heavy lifting may be required (up to 50lbs)

Qualifications

• Preferred previous related experience working in manufacturing or in hands-on roles.
• Experience working with hand or power tools is an asset.
• Able to work independently.

What We Can Offer You 

• Family-Oriented Company: Lots of social events, BBQ’s, pizza parties and more! 
• Competitive Wages and Profit Sharing: In addition to competitive wages, we celebrate our financial success together through profit sharing. 
• RRSP Matching Program: Retirement planning? We’ve got your back! 
• Skills Development and Training Reimbursement: An opportunity to self-identify industry-related learning opportunities available for pre-approval and repayment. 
• Company-Paid Healthcare Benefits and EAP: Your well-being matters. Our healthcare benefits go beyond prescriptions and medications. Take advantage of massages, physiotherapy, vision coverage and more!  Plus, our Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP) offers many exciting free programs. 
• Active Social Committee: Take part in our annual family picnic, adult and children’s Christmas parties, theatre events, sporting events and tournaments, family outings, and discounted admission prices for attractions across Ontario!

Why work for Tigercat Industries group of companies?

 We're more than just a company – we're a tight-knit family, who thrives on teamwork and is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of innovation. We believe in fostering a safe, encouraging and collaborative environment where your contributions and talents are valued and supported.

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Tigercat strives to create a respectful, accessible, and inclusive work environment. Upon individual request, hiring processes will be modified to remove barriers to accommodate those with disabilities.  Should any applicant require accommodation through the application, interview, or selection processes, please contact Human Resources for assistance. Click here to read more about Tigercat’s Accessibility Plan.