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Sandblasting / Deburring / Degreasing Tech.

NICO PRODUCTS, INC.
Minneapolis, MN Full Time
POSTED ON 2/22/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/22/2025

Description

(Employment/staffing agencies - please do not reach out about this ad. We only hire direct.)
Job Title: Sandblasting / Debur / Degreasing Tech (will train the right candidate)

Company/Location: Nico Products / Minneapolis MN

2nd Shift: 3:00pm - 1:00am M-Th OT as needed (hiring for 2nd shift ONLY). 


Career change? Recent grad? No experience? Interested in Science (chemical reactions)? Can you follow detailed instructions? Have an eye for imperfections? Want to make a difference? Consider a career in the Metal Finishing/Plating industry!


Manufacturing is necessary for the overall economic health of our country. Become part of an industry that finishes critical parts for the medical field (respirators, etc.), aeronautics (airplane parts), military, to everyday items like nuts and bolts, etc. We play an integral part in many of the products we all use every day.


More than just a job, it's the beginning of a career in the Metal Finishing industry. Our profession is not taught in schools, employees are trained on the job.


Every employee plays an important role in our success. Many advancement opportunities from department leads, platers, maintenance, chemical lab, wastewater treatment, supervisor, quoting, to upper management. It all depends on your effort and interests. Start at an entry level position and see where your career takes you.


We are looking to expand our team and continue our mission of excellent service and on-time delivery. Reviews are conducted twice a year, including a rate increase if expectations are met. Great benefits package and fringe benefits. Hiring ASAP, apply TODAY.


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Position Duties: Responsible for preparing metal parts for processing by removing imperfections, cleaning surfaces and ensuring parts meet quality standards. The technician operates specialized equipment to perform sandblasting, deburring, and degreasing tasks


What are we looking for? The following duties and requirements can help determine if you are a good fit for us, and if we are a good fit for you. Attendance is CRITICAL to our success and need people that are committed to being at work, as scheduled.


DUTIES:

  • Upholds company policies and procedures
  • Reads Work Orders and Purchase Orders to determine specific blasting/degreasing/deburring instructions.
  • Coordinates with Shift Supervisor for scheduling jobs.
  • Completes all required paperwork for each job
  • Logs completed jobs into the company tracking system
  • Meet expected rates, as outlined by Supervisor.
  • Perform duties in a safe and efficient manner
  • Examine completed part to ensure it meets Quality standards
  • Sandblasting: Operate sandblasting equipment to clean, smooth, or roughen surfaces using abrasive media.
  • Deburring: Use deburring tools and machines, such as hand files, grinders, and polishing tools to remove sharp edges, burrs,, and excess material from machines parts.
  • Degreasing: Operate degreasing machines or use chemical solutions to clean metal parts of oils, grease, and other contaminants before further processing.
  • Perform routine checks and maintenance on sandblasting, deburring, and degreasing equipment.
  • Other duties and responsibilities as assigned



SKILLS REQUIRED (Skills that re most desired):

  • High School Diploma or GED (preferred)
  • 0-2 years experience or machinery operations experience
  • Experience working with various types of metals
  • Ability to maintain a regular and reliable attendance record
  • Fluently read, write, speak, and understand the English language
  • Must be a US citizen or have authorization to work in the US
  • Ability to pay attention to detail and follow written instructions
  • Good organizational skills and the ability to follow instructions
  • Basic math and geometry
  • Ability to read an analog clock
  • Ability to read a ruler/tape measure
  • Ability to read and understand blueprints and technical drawings.
  • Perform duties with safety in mind
  • Good hand/eye coordination
  • Knowledge of sandblasting, deburring, degreasing techniques preferred.
  • Ability to lift as needed
  • Ability to interact with coworkers and supervisors in a cooperative manner

WE PROVIDE OPPORTUNITIES FOR GROWTH & ADVANCEMENT! AS A TEAM MEMBER, YOU'LL ENJOY:

  • Employee paid benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, Legal/ID Theft, Pet, 401k
  • Company paid benefits: Medical portion, Wellness Program, Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, 401k contribution
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Time Off and Sick & Safe Time
  • Quarterly bonus (profit sharing)
  • Attendance Rewards (bonus)
  • Performance reviews twice a year (Reviews: 60 days and 6 months, then twice a year, which may come with a rate increase, providing the employee meets company and performance standards).
  • Work Anniversary Paid Day Off
  • Employee Referral Program
  • Career Advancement
  • Company Paid Safety Boots
  • Company Paid Prescription Safety Glasses
  • Company Paid Uniforms, and More!

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Shift (4 day work weeks) & Wage:

2nd Shift: 3pm - 1am, Monday - Thursday ( OT as needed) $22.00/hour

(Reviews: 60 days and 6 months, then twice a year, which may come with a rate increase, providing the employee meets company and performance standards)


Signing Bonus: $1500 (current employees are not eligible for signing bonus)


APPLICATION PROCESS:

  • Upload a current resume & answer the questions provided (completing this task provides a little insight into you and helps us determine the best candidates to interview).
  • If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted via email. (As part of our selection process, while onsite for an interview, you MUST PASS A BASIC MATH TEST within 10 minutes to move on to the interview phase.)
  • Expect a response within 14 days of your application.
  • No need to reach out and verify if the application was received. If you receive an email/text response when you submitted the application, then you'll know it was received.


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Requirements

Equal Opportunity Employer. The Lindgren Group, including Avtec Finishing and Nico Products, is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Veterans are encouraged to apply!


Work Authorization / Security Clearance:

The Lindgren Group must comply with ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations). These regulations may restrict persons of non-US citizen status from working/participating/observing/or other forms of gathering knowledge about certain activities within the company.


Disclaimer:

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.


For more information on our company, visit:www.TheLindgrenGroup.com

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