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Sandblasting Operator - Night Shift
- Mirabel, QC, Canada
Full-time
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Safran Landing Systems is a subsidiary of Safran Landing Systems, a world leader in landing and braking systems for aircraft. The Mirabel plant is dedicated to the manufacturing of major components for landing gear for Airbus A320, A330, A340, and A350 models, as well as the Boeing 787. It features state-of-the-art equipment for machining, polishing, and special processes, including heat treatment, shot blasting, and surface treatments.
The position involves working on machines equipped with robots, used to clean the surfaces of parts by sandblasting, either to remove the oxide layer produced during heat treatment before subsequent machining operations, or to prepare parts before chrome, nickel, zinc-nickel, or cadmium plating to ensure good adhesion.
The Tasks Are As Follows
- move parts using lifting devices
- install the part on a mounting fixture and prepare it by installing various masks or tools, according to the technical drawing
- carry out sandblasting operations by operating equipment equipped with a robot in accordance with technical procedures
- complete the sandblasting of the part using specialized manual equipment while respecting the parameters
- inspect parts to ensure compliance with specifications
- complete the appropriate quality assurance documentation
- perform daily self-maintenance of equipment
- conduct sand analysis (particle size)
- contribute to the continuous improvement of operations and achieving objectives in terms of safety, quality, costs, and on-time deliveries
- High school diploma (equivalency certificate not accepted)
- Manual work experience in a manufacturing environment
- Ability to work with attention to detail and precision
- Experience with automated equipment
- Basic computer skills
- Rigor
- Organizational skills / Priority management
- Autonomy
- Ability to work encapsulated (full-body suit including a helmet with oxygen supply)
- Handling tools requires a certain physical strength
Night shift: from 12:10 AM to 6:40 AM.
Note: Depending on the collective agreement rules, the position may change shifts (day, evening, or weekend)
- Compensation for this position starts between $27.85 and $37.87 per hour, depending on your skills, experience, and qualifications. With internal training and your progression in acquiring job-related skills, the hourly wage will increase up to a maximum of $42.04.
- $1/hr bonus
- An annual profit-sharing program (max $3500/year)
- A comprehensive collective insurance program fully paid by the employer (medical/dental/vision, short and long-term disability, travel, health credit account)
- A super competitive retirement plan where the employer contributes 7% if you contribute 1%
- Health and wellness program – reimbursement of $300/year
- Bank of hours
- Sick/family days
- Attendance bonus
- Work clothes provided (including cleaning)
- A structured training program to help you acquire the necessary skills for your position
- A factory with modern technologies and equipment
- A company with high standards in quality, health-safety, environment, ethics, innovation, and technical expertise
- The chance to work with talented people who share values of respect, integrity, and collaboration
Safran is an international high-tech group operating in the fields of aeronautics (propulsion, equipment, and interiors), space, and defense. Its mission: to contribute sustainably to a safer world, where air transport becomes increasingly environmentally friendly, more comfortable, and more accessible. Established on all continents, the Group employs 110,000 people with a revenue of €31.3 billion in 2025, and holds leading positions globally or in partnership in its markets.
Safran is the 2nd company in the aerospace and defense sector in the "World's Best Companies 2025" ranking by TIME magazine.
SLS is the world leader in landing gear, wheels & brakes, and associated systems for civil, military, and helicopter aircraft. We control the entire lifecycle of our products, from design and manufacturing to maintenance.
Want to evolve in an international, stimulating, and caring environment within a human-sized company? Join us!
Do you not meet 100% of the criteria? That's not a barrier for us. What we are looking for above all are creative and committed individuals!
Because we believe that every talent counts, we value and encourage applications from people with disabilities for our job opportunities.
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Responsibilities
Operate robotic and specialized manual sandblasting equipment to clean and prepare aircraft landing gear components for machining or plating. Handle and fixture parts, inspect them against specifications, complete quality documentation, maintain equipment, analyze blasting media, and support continuous improvement and operational objectives.
Requirements
Applicants must have a high school diploma; equivalency certificates are not accepted. The role requires manual manufacturing experience, experience with automated equipment, basic computer skills, attention to detail, organizational ability, autonomy, physical strength, and the ability to work in a full-body suit with an oxygen-supply helmet.
Skills
- Sandblasting
- Automated Equipment Operation
- Robotics
- Manual Equipment Operation
- Parts Handling
- Lifting Devices
- Technical Drawing Interpretation
- Quality Inspection
- Quality Assurance Documentation
- Equipment Self-Maintenance
- Particle Size Analysis
- Attention to Detail
- Precision
- Organization
- Priority Management
- Autonomy
Benefits
- Hourly Bonus
- Annual Profit-Sharing Program
- Employer-Paid Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Travel Insurance
- Health Credit Account
- Health and Wellness Reimbursement
- Banked Hours
- Sick and Family Days
- Attendance Bonus
- Work Clothes and Cleaning Provided
- Structured Training Program
Visa sponsorship
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- Manufacturing
- Trades
- Transportation
Keywords
- Sandblasting
- Aircraft Landing Gear
- Aerospace Manufacturing
- Robotic Equipment
- Automated Equipment
- Manual Sandblasting Equipment
- Heat Treatment
- Surface Treatment
- Chrome Plating
- Nickel Plating
- Zinc-Nickel Plating
- Cadmium Plating
- Oxide Removal
- Machining
- Technical Drawings
- Mounting Fixtures
- Masks and Tools
- Lifting Devices
- Quality Inspection
- Quality Assurance Documentation
- Equipment Maintenance
- Particle Size Analysis
- Continuous Improvement
- Safety
- On-Time Delivery
- Full-Body Protective Suit
- Oxygen-Supply Helmet