Blaster - Grinder A (Second Shift)
Buffalo, New York, United States · Full Time
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- Salary
- USD 27 – USD 30 / hour
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Job description
About API Heat Transfer
API Heat Transfer is a globally recognized leader in designing and manufacturing specialized heat exchangers and heat transfer solutions, with a heritage spanning over 140 years. The company is committed to a culture of reliability, superior performance, and continuous innovation supported by passionate professionals. Currently, API is undergoing a transformative phase emphasizing Lean Cultural Change across its Operations Team to drive efficiency and growth.
Position Overview
API Heat Transfer seeks motivated individuals who enjoy problem-solving and transformation to join as Blaster/Grinder A for the second shift. This role involves blasting and grinding tasks to achieve specific finishes on component parts while contributing to the company’s Lean Management journey.
Compensation and Benefits
- Starting pay rate of $27.67 per hour, with scheduled increases to $30.01 after one year
- $1.75 hourly shift differential for the second shift
- Opportunities to work with cutting-edge heat transfer technology
- Career growth and professional development possibilities
- Experience working in a global, multi-site operational setting impacting varied industries
- Comprehensive health and welfare benefits
- Paid time off (PTO)
Location Perks
- Conveniently located 20 minutes from the scenic Buffalo waterfront and 45 minutes from Niagara Falls
- On-site cafeteria offering diverse and healthy meal options
- Access to Buffalo’s rich culinary scene including iconic Buffalo wings, Beef on Weck, numerous microbreweries, and distilleries
Key Responsibilities
- Execute the full range of blasting operations to produce finishes including white, near white, or commercial quality on component parts
- Operate both automatic lance blast and manual blast nozzles, including setup of equipment and managing material loading and unloading
- Perform grinding and polishing tasks at an advanced skill level, preparing setups independently based on prints, specifications, and process documentation
- Assume additional Grinder A responsibilities when not engaged in sandblasting operations
Additional Information
Applicants are requested to complete a brief 10-minute Culture Index Survey to assist in understanding relevant work behaviors and history, enhancing interview efficiency. This survey link is provided after application submission.