Powered Equipment Operator - Cut B - 10505

Boeing•Auburn, WA

19h•Onsite

About The Position

Boeing Commercial Airplanes is excited to offer opportunities for a Powered Equipment Operator - Cut B to join our Fabrication team in Auburn, Washington. As a Powered Equipment Operator - Cut B, you will safely operate powered material-handling and cut equipment to support production and fabrication activities. This role prepares and sets up work packages, positions and secures materials using lifts, cranes, and vacuum handling systems, and loads/operates shears, saws, and CNC programs to produce parts per work orders and drawings. The operator performs first-part checks, monitors machine performance, performs basic finishing and inspection using precision measuring tools, handles and protects materials to prevent damage, and follows all safety, hazardous-materials, and documentation procedures while maintaining required certifications. 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.

Requirements

Relevant experience can include academic qualifications, military service, or other industry-related roles.
2+ years of experience working with precision measuring tools
2+ years of experience using basic math (e.g. addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division)
Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 35 pounds frequently within an 8 hour shift
Basic computer experience and competency
Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English
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, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Nice To Haves

1+ years of experience reading, understanding, and interpreting basic engineering drawings and specifications
1+ years of experience using hand and/or air (pneumatic) tools
1+ years of experience setting up shapers, saws, shears, and related machines

Responsibilities

Review CMES/work orders, drawings, tie-ins, operator/setup documents, and tooling instructions to confirm prior and following operations and prepare the work package.
Ensure the correct quantity/type of parts, material, tools, cutters, fixtures, and shipping containers are present; check tools, saw blades, and fixtures for damage or defects.
Move, lift, and position heavy material, tools, and parts using electric stackers, overhead cranes, vacuum lifts, or ask for assistance as needed.
Identify required setups and select appropriate cutters, drills, bushings/finger guides, and cutting tool geometry; replace or repair worn, chipped, or defective tools.
Set up shapers, saws, shears, and related machines: install cutters/blades, bushings, guides, clamps, locator pins, seals, and NCMIT per documents; ensure guards and safety features are attached and oil/coolant levels are correct.
Retrieve, download, and run CNC/N.C. programs from servers/databases to controller; set machine coordinates, cutter offsets, tool heights, gauges, stops, and controller inputs per CNC or setup documents.
Load and secure parts on fixtures or work-holding devices (vacuum chucks, HRF/SHF), run first part and obtain first-part checks, then run remaining parts while periodically checking configuration and progress.
Calculate and sequence cuts, nesting, and material usage to minimize waste; record material/debit usage and return remnants to storage; order additional material via SMARTS/ERP or remnant rack as required.
Perform handwork and finishing operations: routing, deburring, filing, grinding splices, dressing guide plates, removing tabs, chamfering, and cleaning to meet edge finish and dimensional requirements.
Use precision measuring instruments (calipers, micrometers, scales, gauges) to check dimensions, key features, and part conformance after each operation and perform in-process checks for inspectors as required.
Operate hand, pneumatic, and floor-mounted tools (routers, band saws, sanders) and perform bench work to remove excess material and complete machining operations.
Fabricate or identify and build holding fixtures, shop aids, blocks, and temporary fittings to support setups and shearing operations.
Monitor machine operation for unusual vibration, noises, or malfunctions; regulate machine speeds, feeds, air/coolant/lubricant flow; tighten/adjust equipment or contact facilities for repair as needed.
Handle, protect, interleaf, tag, wrap, and transport finished and in-process parts using appropriate packaging and material-handling equipment; attach part identification tags and leave tie-ins for following shifts.
Follow safety procedures: use PPE, handle and dispose of hazardous materials (coolants, solvents, lubricants, rags) per SDS, maintain personal/tool certifications, and contact leads/supervisors when assistance or clarification is required.