Sand Blaster Trainee

Sandblast Operator Do you take pride in producing high-quality work while meeting production goals? Are you someone who can work independently and keep operations running smoothly in a fast-paced manufacturing environment? Do you have the attention to detail needed to spot defects, maintain equipment, and ensure every casting meets quality standards? At Doncasters we have an exciting opportunity for a Sandblast Operator to join our team in Groton, Connecticut. The working hours/salary for this role are Monday-Thursday 4:30pm - 3:00am - $18.92/hour Why join us? Did you know that every time you take a flight, drive somewhere, or switch on a light, there’s a chance Doncasters played a part in making that happen? We are a specialist manufacturer of complex precision cast components for aerospace engines and industrial gas turbines, supporting leading OEM programs. We excel in turning metals into motion, working in alloys and manufacturing complex product designs to offer an unparalleled range of solutions for high performance and specialist applications. We employ more than 3,000 people across 14 core manufacturing facilities globally, providing the scale and expertise required to serve leading aerospace engine and IGT OEMs. At Doncasters, we believe in doing things the right way. That means acting with integrity, delivering with commitment, and working as one team to achieve more, together. Whether you're developing precision-engineered components, running world-class manufacturing operations, or supporting our people and processes, your role is part of something much bigger. Join us and contribute to a legacy built on performance, precision, and the values that drive us forward - excellence, commitment, integrity, and teamwork. What we can offer you: An interesting and varied field to work in An environment where you can learn and grow through constant development opportunities PTO Competitive 401K Competitive medical insurance The Role Under limited supervision, operates sandblasting equipment to process a wide variety of castings in accordance with established procedures and methods. Loads and unloads parts, removes surface contaminants, and applies the required surface finish while maintaining production and quality standards. Performs routine minor maintenance, including nozzle changes and basic equipment upkeep. Identifies and reports defective materials, equipment issues, and unusual operating conditions to supervisors or leads. Works independently using daily shipping plans, WIP sheets, post-cast decision boards, and production priorities to support daily, weekly, and monthly shipping and manufacturing goals. Consistently maintains required production rates with acceptable quality standards. Interested? If you have any of the below skills, we would love to talk to you about your next career move: High school and/or technical school completion 1-3 Years in a manufacturing environment Basic shop math skills To Apply Apply online. We’ll be in touch with you quickly after receiving your application. Equal opportunities Doncasters is committed to achieving workforce diversity and we pride ourselves on creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, national origin, race, age, sex, gender identity, disability- physical or hidden, sexual orientation, veteran status, religious belief, or any other characteristics protected by law. We provide a fully inclusive and accessible recruitment process. We encourage all applicants to reach out if they require any support or accommodations to enable them to thrive throughout our recruitment process. Please contact careers@doncasters.com