Job Description

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 2:00pm - 10:30pm - $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?

As a leading international manufacturer of specialist superalloys and high-performance alloy components, we provide critical solutions to some of the world’s most demanding industries, including aerospace, Industrial Gas Turbines, automotive, medical, and other specialist sectors.

With a heritage spanning nearly 250 years, we’ve built a global reputation for technical excellence, innovation, and engineering that performs where it matters most. Today, we operate across 20 sites worldwide, employing almost 3,000 professionals. This includes engineers and production teams to HR, marketing, and other support functions, who are united by a shared sense of purpose.

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, teamwork, and integrity.

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