Press Operator Hydraulic & Mechanical A - 13706
Company:
The Boeing Company
**Boeing Commercial Airplanes **is excited to offer opportunities for a **Press Operator, Hydraulic & Mechanical A, to join our Fabrication team in Algona, ****Auburn, and Everett **Washington.
As a Press Operator Hydraulic & Mechanical A, you will be a vital part of our manufacturing team, responsible for setting up and operating hydraulic and mechanical presses to shape and form various materials. Your role will involve obtaining work packages, performing safety checks, and ensuring that all equipment is properly set up and maintained. You will utilize your technical skills to troubleshoot issues, verify material quality, and collaborate with team members to optimize production processes. Your attention to detail and commitment to excellence will directly contribute to our operational success.
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:
- Obtain work package from the ready-to-work rack, work board, or assigned by Team Lead, or run previously set-up jobs by reviewing tie-ins from prior operators.
- Operate a computer to access information from prints, sketches, drawings, layout documents, and Boeing (BAC) specifications.
- Perform safety checks on machines, ensuring the area is clear of obstacles, power switches are off, and safety guards are installed.
- Move heavy materials, equipment, tools, and dies to the work area using stackers, Kalamar, die loaders, or overhead cranes, asking for assistance as needed.
- Check steam lines for cracks or cuts and verify o-rings are properly seated prior to hookup.
- Preheat dies and punches using electricity or steam, and verify temperature accuracy for hot dies with a temperature stick or pyrometer.
- Determine machine setup by reviewing work orders, tooling usage instructions, and die setup charts, making adjustments as required.
- Load and secure dies into the press, checking for defects and torquing as necessary.
- Examine tools, dies, and fixtures for damage, separating them using appropriate handling procedures.
- Set up press cycle programs using control panels or manual switches to adjust height, stroke, pressure, and cycle time.
- Develop patterns when necessary, cutting and tailoring materials like fiberglass and graphite to die requirements.
- Perform pull-outs on various types of metal and alloy tubes using a hydraulic tube pull-out machine.
- Verify that materials are free from burrs and debris, using hand deburring tools and denatured alcohol prior to forming operations.
- Consult with Team Lead and other personnel (e.g., engineering, planning, inspection) on process or job-related issues as required.
- Maintain a written tie-in book or electronic communication to coordinate with other shifts and dispose of hazardous materials in an approved manner.
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 120.62 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
- 1+ Years of experience setting and using precision measuring tools; equipment such as micrometers, calipers, and/or dial indicators?
- 1+ Years of experience reading blueprints and structural drawings.
- 1+ Years of experience operating a hydraulic press.
- Must be able to lift, push and pull up to 35 pounds frequently within an 8 hour shift.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Must be able to stand, twist, bend, kneel and occasional crawling within an 8 hour shift.
- Ability to work in noisy environments while completing tasks.
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.
Pay: $26.32/hour, with potential to earn up to $56.36/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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