LSV IAM Sandblaster

Job Description Operates a variety of equipment which includes blast cabinets as well as enclosed blasting units requiring the use of personal protective equipment, fully encapsulated hoods and supplied air.
Employee is responsible for maintaining/improving housekeeping standard in his/her work area and adhering to established safety rules and practices.
Generally validates interim operations for quality purposes; final operations to be validated by Systems Mechanics or other personnel.
Must understand shop floor computerized time and attendance system and independently execute assigned responsibilities
Examples of those responsibilities are: clocking in and out upon arrival and departure from work, close shop order sequences when work is complete, etc
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
• Must have the ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings and sketches.
* Must possess the knowledge and ability to interpret various specifications and standards to determine type of media to be used and how the material being processed can be affected.
* Must possess the ability to use tools and equipment that are needed to perform blasting and cleaning operations as well as the ability to set up, adjust and operate the equipment.
* Must understand shop floor time and attendance system and independently execute assigned responsibilities such as; clocking in and out, logging on to jobs or closing shop order sequences when completed.
* Must have the ability, confidence and self-motivation to apply talents independently and with good judgment.
* Assist other blasters/painters as needed.
* Must have the capacity and desire to continually improve processes
* Assist others in obtaining solutions to quality and production issues.
* Must be able to work well independently or as part of a team.
* Must be a US citizen and be capable of obtaining/maintaining a security clearance
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
• SSPC Dry Abrasive Blast Certification (C7)
* A minimum of 1000 documented hours experience blasting in an industrial or marine environment during their 5 year C& certification.
* Knowledge of and experience using PPE, blasting equipment, blast pots and blast cabinets, related tooling, etc..
* High School Diploma or equivalent
Pay Information
This position is covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), which will determine your wages
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life including health and financial well-being
Benefits for Union employees are governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), so your benefits may differ from those described here
Generally, employees are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance
We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance
Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, which may include military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave
Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards
Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics
About BAE Systems Platforms & Services BAE Systems, Inc
is the U.S
subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services
Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems
Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions
As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale
At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference
The Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the big stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and naval ship repair...just to name a few
Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it
They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve
We may be biased, but we think P&S does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will too
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:
At BAE Systems, we work hard every day to nurture an inclusive culture where employees are valued and feel like they belong
We are conscious of the need for all employees to see themselves reflected at every level of the company and know that in order to unlock the full potential of our workforce, everyone must feel confident being their best, most sincere self and be equipped to thrive
We provide impactful professional development experiences to our employees and invest in social impact partnerships to uplift communities and drive purposeful change
Here you will find significant opportunities to do meaningful work in an environment intentionally designed to be one where you will learn, grow and belong.

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