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Boeing Commercial Airplanes is excited to offer opportunities for a Parts Forming C to join our Fabrication team in Auburn, Washington.
Join our skilled manufacturing team as a Cut, Form and Finish specialist, where your expertise will be pivotal in transforming raw materials into high-quality components. In this dynamic role, you will independently set up and operate a variety of punch and hydraulic presses, ensuring precision in forming, blanking, and broaching sheet metals. Your keen attention to detail will guide you as you review work orders and drawings to determine the optimal sequence of operations, selecting the right tools and fixtures for each task. Safety will be your priority as you conduct thorough checks and maintain a clean, organized workspace. You will utilize advanced measuring instruments to ensure that every bend and cut meets stringent quality standards, while your collaborative spirit will shine through as you communicate effectively with team leaders and co-workers. If you are passionate about delivering excellence in manufacturing and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we invite you to be a part of our mission to create exceptional products.
You will play a critical role in upholding our commitment to safety and quality standards, 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 be a part of our mission to deliver excellence in aviation.
Position Responsibilities:
- Independently set up, operate, and adjust various types and sizes of punch and hydraulic presses, including compound, progressive, and multiple action, to form, blank, and broach sheet metals and parts using hot or cold dies.
- Review work orders, drawings, and verbal instructions to determine the sequence of operations and select appropriate dies, fixtures, and safety guards for each assignment.
- Perform safety checks on machines, ensuring the work area is clear of obstacles and that all safety measures, including lockout/tagout, are in place before operation.
- Rack and unrack parts before and after cutting operations, and load, unload, and operate automated finishing machines to deburr and descale parts.
- Use hand and power tools, checking fixtures, and precision measuring instruments to accomplish assigned work, including straightening sheet metals and parts.
- Obtain work packages from material stores or staging areas, ensuring the correct quantity and type of materials, tools, and part tags are included.
- Move materials and tools to the work area using appropriate equipment, such as table lifts, stackers, or overhead cranes, and ask for assistance when needed.
- Verify the setup of tools and dies, ensuring they are free from damage and properly secured in the press before operation.
- Determine the sequence of bends for multiple bend jobs by reviewing drawings and selecting the correct punch and die sets, compensating for material spring back as necessary.
- Cycle the press to form parts, running first part checks with the Team Leader to ensure quality and compliance with specifications.
- Use precision measurement tools to ensure bends are within tolerance and check work periodically during production to maintain quality standards.
- Clean parts, equipment, and tools as required, and follow equipment shutdown procedures at the end of each day.
- Handle and dispose of hazardous materials in accordance with Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and maintain personal and tool certifications.
- Document completion of work orders and attach identification tags to parts prior to movement to prevent damage.
- Communicate with the Team Leader, supervisor, or co-workers for assistance, questions, or to report any issues that arise during operations.
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. § 120.62 is required. “US Person” includes US Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.
Current Boeing employees working in Puget Sound must submit an Employee Request Transfer (ERT) to be considered in the eligible candidate pool. Resumes of current Puget Sound Boeing employees submitted via Careers at Boeing will not be considered.
Basic Qualifications:
Relevant experience can include academic qualifications, military service, or other industry-related roles.
- 1+ years of experience reading engineering blueprints/drawings.
- 1+ years of experience using basic math (e.g. addition, subtraction, multiplication and division)
- 1+ years of experience using hand tools and/or hand-held power tools.
- 1+ years of experience working with precision measuring tools
- Basic Computer experience and competency
- Able to lift, push and pull up to 35 pounds frequently within an 8 hour shift
Preferred Qualifications:
- 1+ years experience in Sheet Metal Forming
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 role is primarily second shift; however, there may be additional shift requirements to support program objectives.
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: $24.32/hour, with potential to earn up to $53.30/hour in accordance with the terms of the relevant collective bargaining agreement.
Applications for this position will be accepted until Aug. 23, 2026
Language Requirements
English Preferred
Relocation
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.
Visa Sponsorship
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
Shift
This position is for variable shift
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
