Inspector Magnetic Particle and Penetrant - 51108
Company:
The Boeing Company
Boeing Commercial Airplanes is excited to offer opportunities for an **Inspector Magnetic Particle and Penetrant A to join our Fabrication team in the Auburn, Washington. **
As an Inspector specializing in Magnetic Particle and Penetrant methods, you will be integral to our quality assurance processes, ensuring the integrity and reliability of critical components. Your expertise in advanced inspection techniques will help identify potential defects and contribute to the continuous improvement of our manufacturing practices. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams in this role, leveraging your analytical skills to enhance product quality and drive defect reduction initiatives. Your commitment to precision and excellence will be essential in maintaining the high standards that define our operations.
You will play a critical role in upholding our commitment to safety and quality standards and ensuring that all operations meet regulatory compliance and operational excellence. If you are detail-oriented, possess strong technical skills, and thrive in a collaborative environment, we invite you to apply and join our mission to deliver excellence in aviation.
**Position Responsibilities: **
- Set up, adjust, and operate magnetic particle and penetrant inspection equipment, inspecting and interpreting results to accept or reject articles based on established standards.
- Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, and Manufacturing teams to evaluate and implement improvements in build processes and defect reduction initiatives.
- Compile and maintain reports on magnetic particle and penetrant inspection results, documenting any nonconforming materials or processes.
- Perform audits and surveillance of manufacturing and quality assurance processes to ensure compliance with specifications and procedures.
- Analyze inspection requirements and coordinate work schedules and resources to optimize efficiency.
- Troubleshoot inspection-related problems and develop plans to resolve issues effectively.
- Verify the accuracy and completeness of documentation, including manufacturing orders, drawings, and nonconformance reports.
- Monitor and process non-conforming parts and assemblies, ensuring proper documentation and adherence to Material Review Board dispositions.
- Conduct process control checks on magnetic particle and penetrant inspection chemicals and equipment to ensure compliance with specifications.
- Apply magnetic fields and penetrants to parts, inspecting for defects under specified conditions and documenting findings.
- Secure non-conforming items in designated areas to maintain control and traceability throughout the inspection process.
- Perform re-inspections of reworked items per engineering disposition, communicating findings with relevant stakeholders.
- Provide peer-to-peer training to assist other employees in procedures, equipment use, and standard interpretation.
- Verify certifications for tools, equipment, and personnel to ensure compliance with operational standards.
- Handle and monitor hazardous materials in compliance with safety protocols and regulations.
- Sell completed jobs or in-process checks to inspectors at appropriate steps, and assist other employees with setups and methods as needed.
**Physical Demands and Potential Hazards: **
- Perform physical tasks that include lifting weights ranging from 10-15 lbs. to 15-35 lbs.
- Engage in various movements such as reaching, handling, turning, twisting, lifting, lowering, climbing, balancing, bending, kneeling, crouching, and squatting.
- Work in environments that may involve contact with metals, solvents, and coolants.
- Operate in proximity to moving parts and tools, sharp cutters, and potential slipping hazards.
- Adapt to varying noise levels and atmospheric conditions.
- Utilize personal safety gear to protect face/eyes, hands/arms, and feet while performing job duties.
This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.
This position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a “US Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 is required. “US Person” includes US Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee
Resumes of current Puget Sound Boeing employees submitted via “Find Jobs” in Boeing/Workday will be considered as this job is not installed in QTTP (Quality Through Training Program).
**Basic Qualifications: **
- Magnetic Particle or Dye Penetrant Certification OR equivalent on the job training hours completed for a Level II American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT) Certification.
- Previously or currently hold a NDT Level II Magnetic or Penetrant Certification.
- NDI (non-destructive inspection) or NDT (non-destructive test) experience.
- Ability to walk constantly throughout the workday; stand 6-8 hours per day; climb or work from stairs/steps up to 8 hours per day; climb ladders; bend and twist frequently up to six hours per day; squat and kneel.
- Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English
**Preferred Qualifications: **
- Ability to work in confined spaces.
- Willing and able to work any shift.
Conflict of Interest: Successful candidates for this position must successfully complete the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.
**Typical Education & Experience: **
High school graduate or GED preferred.
**Relocation: **
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.
**Drug Free Workplace: **
Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.
** Union Representation Statement: **
This is an hourly position governed by the International Association of Machinists (IAM-751) Collective Bargaining agreement.
**Shift Work Statement: **
- This position is for a variety of shifts.
**Total Rewards & Pay Transparency: **
At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.
The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.
The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
**Summary pay range: **$31.32/hour, with potential to earn up to $59.47/hour in accordance with the terms of the relevant collective bargaining agreement
Language Requirements:
English
Education:
Not Applicable
Relocation:
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.
Export Control Requirement:
Safety Sensitive:
Security Clearance:
This position does not require a Security Clearance.
Visa Sponsorship:
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
Contingent Upon Award Program
This position is not contingent upon program award
Shift:
Shift 4 (United States of America)
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