Parts Straightener Specialist - 17507

Boeing•Auburn, WA

10d•$27 - $58•Onsite

About The Position

Boeing Commercial Airplanes is excited to offer opportunities for a Parts Straightener Specialist to join our Fabrication team in Auburn and Puyallup, Washington. In this role, you will bring your expertise in precision forming and finishing to shape and perfect complex aircraft components. Your ability to interpret blueprints and specifications, troubleshoot forming challenges, and skillfully operate specialized machinery will be essential in maintaining the highest standards of craftsmanship. Working closely with a dedicated team, you will contribute to innovative solutions and continuous improvements that support our production goals and uphold Boeing’s legacy of quality and reliability. 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.

Requirements

1+ years of experience in setting and using precision measuring tools and equipment such as micrometers, calipers, and/or dial indicators
1+ years of experience using software applications for internet navigation, email, Microsoft Suite, and/or other specialized computer applications
1+ years of experience operating overhead cranes in a safe manner
1+ years of experience reading blueprints and structural drawings
1+ years of experience operating a hydraulic press
Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 35 pounds frequently within an 8 hour shift

Nice To Haves

1+ years of experience using hand and/or air (pneumatic) tools
Ability to work with tight tolerances

Responsibilities

Obtain work package from ready-to-work rack, delivered to workstation, assigned by supervisor/team lead, or run previously set-up job by reviewing prior operator tie-in.
Review Work Order (W/O), drawings, Boeing (BAC) specifications, templates, and other necessary documents to determine job requirements, verify parts/materials, and ensure prior operations are complete.
Check machine setup, parts completed by previous operator, and ensure safe working conditions.
Select, attach, and verify machine accessories, holding devices (e.g., ram heads, riser stands, blocks, clamps, shims), tools, dies, fixtures, and shop aids; fabricate shop aids as required.
Move parts/materials safely using overhead cranes, electric stackers, pallet jacks; ensure spreader bars are safely attached for long parts/materials; request assistance as needed.
Layout and mark reference points and center lines prior to forming/straightening; verify accuracy with operators if necessary.
Set up and operate press cycles using manual power switch to adjust height, poundage, and stroke; verify die temperature using temperature sticks and/or pyrometers; select and plug in heating elements for hot dies.
Insert material to be formed and/or straightened; cycle press and make adjustments as required.
Clean and deburr parts after forming/straightening using appropriate tools (e.g., hand files, dotco, denatured alcohol); inspect parts after each operation to ensure completeness and defect-free quality; perform rework per Pick Up, Special Repair, Rejection Tag, Non-Conformance Record, or other authorized instructions.
Contact supervisor/team leader or Subject Matter Expert (SME) for assistance or problem resolution; consult with engineering, planning, inspection, or customer as needed.
Initiate planning or engineering change requests for pre-planned jobs.
Handle and dispose of hazardous materials (e.g., solvents, rags) in approved manner; maintain personal and tool certifications.
Analyze production requirements and prioritize work based on list, schedule, and shop constraints.
Provide On-The-Job Training (OJT) on tool use, part straightening techniques, and processes.
Perform forming and finishing operations on heavy extrusions and complex parts, including: a. Troubleshoot forming problems (e.g., part twisted, bowed, out of contour) and coordinate part finishing work. b. Perform or assist in tool configuration setup (e.g., locate header, tool pin). c. Form contours and angles on heavy extrusions (e.g., wing chords, T chords, crown frames) using hydraulic press per tool and drawing specifications. d. Check contour, angularity, and flatness using precision measuring tools (e.g., calipers, protractors, feeler gauges) and shop aids (e.g., straight edge, go/no-go gauge, sand bags). e. Remove surface blemishes (e.g., scratches, gouges, nicks, dents) using shop aid blocks, hammers, sandpaper, Scotch-Brite, or as per Material Review Board (MRB) disposition. f. Improvise setups and tooling as needed to accomplish work assignments. g. Work on heavy extrusions partially or completely machine formed before or after heat treat. h. Use and interpret blueprints, engineering changes, work orders, and templates.