Sandblaster in Ocala, Florida at FIDELITY MANUFACTURING

Location: Ocala, FL

Employee Perks

As a team member at Fidelity Manufacturing, you'll enjoy:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Paid Holidays and Sick Time
• Career advancement and bonus opportunities
• Fun Events!
• Paid vacation days
• 401K
• Learning and Development

About Us

FIDELITY MANUFACTURING is part of the backup Power Generation Industry. We design and build back up power packages (to include tanks and enclosures) for large and small health, industrial, and technology-oriented businesses that cannot have a power lapse at any time.

Job Summary

The Sandblaster is responsible for preparing metal surfaces for painting or finishing by abrasive blasting, grinding, and cleaning materials to required specifications. This role ensures proper surface preparation, supports coating quality, and maintains safety and environmental controls while working in a manufacturing environment.

Essential Job Functions

• Apply paint coatings to products using approved methods to achieve required finish and protection.

• Read work orders, drawings, and instructions to determine materials, colors, and coating requirements.

• Select, mix, and prepare coating materials to specified color, consistency, and finish standards.

• Paint tanks, trailers, and aluminum enclosures to required automotive or industrial finish quality.

• Clean, maintain, and store paint equipment and tools properly.

• Use respirators correctly and follow established procedures for respirator cleaning, storage, and use.

• Inspect painted surfaces for coverage, defects, and quality standards.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe paint area.

• Follow all safety procedures, PPE requirements, and environmental controls.

• Perform other related duties as assigned by management

Education and Experience

· High school diploma or equivalent preferred

· Completion of a formal program or one to two years of related experience preferred

· Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered

Equipment/Machinery Used

· Forklift (as trained and authorized)

· Tape Measure

· Hand Tools

Required Qualifications/Training

One to two years of related painting experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Ability to read and understand basic blueprints and work instructions.

• Ability to read, interpret, and accurately use a ruler or tape measure for measurements required in production tasks.

• Ability to read, write, and speak English.

• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and apply common-sense problem solving.

• Strong attention to detail and quality.

• High level of awareness of surroundings, risks, and hazards.

• Willingness to work flexible hours as required.

• Must be medically cleared for respirator use in accordance with OSHA respiratory protection requirements.

Working Conditions

Work is performed primarily in a manufacturing warehouse environment with exposure to loud noise, temperature fluctuations, dust, fumes, airborne particles, chemicals, and production byproducts, all within OSHA permissible limits. Ability to work safely around hazardous materials, including chemicals, solvents, fumes, and production waste, while following all safety protocols, PPE requirements, and environmental regulations. Work areas may include concrete surfaces, inclines, ramps, metal platforms, and uneven ground, with regular movement around machinery, equipment, tools, forklifts, and production lines. The use of designated personal protective equipment is required, and safety training is provided in accordance with OSHA regulations, company policy, and industry standards. Some tasks and work assignments may be performed outdoors or between buildings and may involve varying weather conditions and operational climates depending on production needs.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands below are representative of those required to successfully perform essential functions in a manufacturing environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

• Ability to lift, carry, push, pull, or maneuver materials and equipment weighing up to 50 lbs.

• Ability to stand, walk, and/or sit for extended periods while working on non-forgiving surfaces such as concrete, wood, metal, or fiberglass platforms.

• Ability to navigate inclines, ramps, stairs, uneven ground, and walkways throughout production areas.

• Ability to reach, bend, crouch, stoop, climb, and balance as tasks require.

• Ability to use hands and arms for handling tools, operating equipment, grasping materials, performing repetitive motions, and maintaining manual dexterity.

• Ability to operate or work near machinery and mechanical components.

• Ability to maintain visual acuity required for reading measurements, inspecting materials, reviewing documents, and operating tools or equipment safely.

Employees are expected to apply proper ergonomic practices and lifting techniques. Job-specific material handling requirements may vary by department.

Apply Now

All applicants must apply online through Indeed or the company’s official job posting platform. Qualified candidates will be contacted for a pre-screen interview.

Fidelity Manufacturing

www.FidelityMfg.com