Blast Booth Operator - Contract to Hire

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At a Glance: 

The Blast Booth Operator is primarily responsible for prepping and processing materials through the FMC Back shop, with a primary focus on wash bay operations.

Must be able to pass a drug, background, physical, and a Motor Vehicle Record.

Schedule: 6:30am-5:00pm Monday - Thursday; Fridays as needed; Some overtime required

Location: Tulsa, OK

Work Type: On site

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This is a contract position providing services to Helmerich & Payne (H&P) through a third-party staffing agency. If you are selected for this role, you will be an employee of the agency and not H&P

Duration: Contract minimum of 3 months with potential for extension to full time hire

 What you will do:

• Wash product ensuring all oil and dirt is removed.
• Keep the wash bay, blast booth, and equipment in good working condition.
• Safely dispose of chemical waste.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Demonstrate the H&P Company values: Actively C.A.R.E., Service Attitude, Innovative Spirit, and Teamwork.

Secondary Responsibilities:

• Prep and mask items as needed for blast and paint (taping, plugging holes, blowing the items off with an air gun, etc.).
• Operate Wheel-a-brater (orbital blasting cabinet).
• Set up and operate blast booth.
• Blast all parts to a near white metal finish (SP10).
• Move product into the blast booth by operating a forklift.
• Perform shot recovery as needed.
• Safely load and move materials to work and drying areas by industrial forklift, overhead cranes, and by pulling loaded parts racks.
• Perform required maintenance on blast booth and equipment.
• Log blast hours daily.

What you need: 

• Entry-level candidates are welcome; training will be provided.
• 1 year of experience in paint, wash, and blast or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred, but not required.
• Utilize special safety equipment such as a respirator hood.
• Safely load and move materials to work and drying areas by industrial forklift, overhead cranes, and by pulling loaded parts racks.
• Must be willing to work overtime.
• Must be willing and able to work alone for extended periods of time with little oversight.
• Maintains a clean and safe work area.
• Ability to understand and apply detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
• Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Must be located in or willing to relocate to Tulsa, OK.

The job level and associated compensation for this position will be determined based on the candidate’s experience, qualifications, and alignment with the role’s requirements. Final compensation for this role may vary depending on individual factors.​

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Thank you for your interest in joining our team!