Job Details

Production Worker - Pipe Hand Blaster

As a pipe blaster, you are responsible for performing custom hand blasting that is involved in the production of L.B. Foster steel pipe products while following standard work methods and practicing safe work habits to ensure production is efficient and safe. Production Workers are trained to work in all areas of production.

Responsibilities

1. Follow all safe work practices and procedures.
2. Maintain a clean and safe work area.
3. Carry out verbal and written instructions from Foreman.
4. Complete jobs in a timely fashion to ensure on time shipment.
5. Lift raw materials, finished products, and packed items, manually or using hoists.
6. Trained to complete pre-operation equipment inspections and report any issues identified.
7. Trained to set up, adjust, and operate all basic machine tools.
8. Read and interpret work instructions, then execute work per instructions.
9. Work with quality and production teams to identify areas for process improvement.
10. All other duties as assigned.

Experience & Education

• High school diploma or equivalent, preferred
• At least 1 year of work experience in a production environment, preferred

Skills & Abilities

• Ability to wear all required PPE, including a respirator.
• Must be able to stand for an extended period of time, bending, shoveling and using small hand tools like grinders.
• Ability to accurately read a tape measure.
• Ability to work in a high paced environment while maintaining safety standards and following all safe work practices.
• A focus on prioritization, time efficiency, problem solving and teamwork.
• Ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 40 pounds of force frequently, and up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Average proficiency in mathematics.
• Good visual acuity.

Competencies

• Safety Oriented
• Teamwork
• Integrity & Trust
• Adaptability/Flexibility
• Accountability/Work Ethic
• Attention to Detail/Time Management
• Communication
• Customer Focus
• Continuous Improvement

The Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision benefits the first day of the month after hire
• Market-leading 401(k) program with company match
• 10 paid holidays per year and PTO accrual plan
• Paid Sick Leave
• Paid Parental Leave
• 100% tuition reimbursement
• Career development and advancement opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities