Grit Blast Operator- 3rd Shift

Grit Blast Operator - 3rd Shift

About PROENERGY

PROENERGY is an engineering, R&D, and manufacturing powerhouse. The company addresses every need for fast-start power generation: turbine and package manufacturing, turnkey project execution, power purchase agreements, and asset lifecycle care for turbines and plants. Where others see impossible energy challenges, PROENERGY provides innovative aeroderivative solutions.

Our Footprint

PROENERGY delivers fast-start, dispatchable power solutions from worldwide centers for aeroderivative excellence. We are investing more than $1 billion through 2028 in infrastructure to serve our customers.

In Sedalia, Missouri, our 600,000 sq ft Center for Excellence in Manufacturing—a world-class investment in fast-start power and the only campus of its kind in the world—is growing by 40 percent.

In Houston, Texas, our 500,000 sq ft Center for Excellence in Lifecycle Care features a Level-IV depot and aero repair facility, which executes comprehensive services for aeroderivative engines under one roof.

In Kansas City, we have an office with an Engineering team that supports our sought-after solutions for turnkey projects and contracted power.

And our worldwide service centers ensure local service expertise near our customers. Our expanding service footprint includes Phoenix, Buenos Aires, New Brunswick, and additional locations in Europe, Australia, and Southeast Asia.

Our Philosophy

We take care of our people and strive to make a positive difference for the world. We offer competitive pay, excellent benefits that include Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life/Disability Insurance at minimal cost to the employee, 10 paid holidays, paid time off, and a 401K plan. If you are looking for a rewarding career and possess specialized knowledge and quality-oriented problem-solving skills, we encourage you to apply today.

Position Summary

The Grit Blast Operator is responsible for cleaning industrial equipment components by using grit blast equipment. This role will operate forklift to move parts in and out.

Reports to: Paint Supervisor

Work Location: 2001 Proenergy Blvd., Sedalia, MO 65301

Position Responsibilities

- Operate grit blast equipment to clean industrial gas turbine package equipment

- Maintain flow of components upstream and downstream of the blast booth

- Maintain grit blast pot and safety equipment in good condition

- Abrades surfaces of metal or hard-composition objects to remove adhering scale, sand, paint, grease, tar, rust, and dirt, and to impart specified finish, using abrasive-blasting equipment: Shovels or pours abrasives, such as sand, grit, or shot of specified grade into machine hopper.

- Masks specified areas of object to protect from abrading action.

- Starts equipment that directs blast or flow of abrasive-laden compressed air, gas, or liquid over surface of parts.

- May examine finished products to ensure conformance to specifications

- Understand the procedure and purpose for abrasive blasting.

- Read plans, instructions, or specifications to determine work activities.

- Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

- Minimum high school diploma or GED, or relevant work experience in lieu of education.

- Must be fluent in English, with strong speaking, reading, writing, and comprehension skills.

- Successful candidate will need to satisfactorily complete pre-employment drug screen and background check

- US work authorization is a precondition of employment. The company will not consider candidates who require sponsorship for a work-authorized visa.

Preferred Qualifications

- 2+ years’ experience in Grit Blast Operations or in an industrial setting

- Knowledge of proper safety precautions related to all work performance.

- Exhibit experience on repair and maintenance industrial equipment.

- Ability to operate a variety of manual and power equipment including air compressor system, blowers, forklift, etc.

- Technical competence to work in industrial area.

- Experienced in proper safety precautions related to all work performance.

- Exhibit experience on repair and maintenance industrial equipment.

- Experienced in operating a variety of manual and power equipment including air compressor system, blowers, etc.

- Technical competence to work in industrial area.

It is PROENERGY’s policy to provide equal opportunity in employment to all its employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, national origin, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, military status, or any other characteristic protected by State or Federal law.