Vacuum Furnace Operator - 15308

Boeing • Auburn, WA

254d • $31 - $54

About The Position

Boeing Commercial Airplanes is excited to offer opportunities for a Vacuum Furnace Operator, to join our Fabrication team in Auburn, Washington. Join our cutting-edge manufacturing team as a Vacuum Furnace Operator, where your expertise will be crucial in transforming metals through advanced heat treatment processes. In this dynamic role, you will operate and optimize vacuum furnaces to perform a variety of operations, including annealing, tempering, and diffusion bonding, ensuring that each part meets stringent quality specifications. Your attention to detail will guide you as you prepare materials, set and adjust furnace controls, and monitor critical parameters such as temperature and vacuum levels. Collaborating closely with Research Engineers and Manufacturing Development, you will contribute to the innovation of new processes and materials while maintaining a safe and efficient work environment. Your commitment to quality will shine through as you meticulously document procedures and handle hazardous materials responsibly. If you are passionate about precision engineering and thrive in a fast-paced setting, we invite you to be a part of our mission to deliver exceptional results. 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.

Requirements

• 1+ years of experience working with detailed work instructions or reading and interpreting blueprints and drawings.
• 1+ years of experience using a computer such as internet navigation, email, Microsoft Office and/or other specialized computer applications.
• 1+ years of experience working with precision measuring tools.
• Must be able to lift, push and pull up to 35 pounds frequently with 8-hour shift.

Nice To Haves

• 1+ years of hands-on experience with overhead cranes.
• Previous stacker or forklift experience.
• 1+ years of experience in heat treat oven/vacuum furnace.
• Experience working with Materials (metals).

Responsibilities

• Operate the vacuum furnace to heat treat, draw, temper, anneal, normalize, braze, diffusion bond, and form various metals sensitive to atmospheric contamination at elevated temperatures.
• Prepare materials for furnace operation by reviewing work orders, blueprints, and specifications to determine the appropriate processes for production parts or raw materials.
• Collaborate with Research Engineers and Manufacturing Development to optimize vacuum furnace capabilities and develop new processes and materials.
• Set and adjust controls for the furnace heat cycle, ensuring proper temperature and vacuum levels throughout the process.
• Monitor heat treat ovens, checking processes and recording charts to ensure compliance with specifications.
• Control the atmosphere of the furnace using inert gases (e.g., helium, argon, nitrogen) to maintain optimal conditions during heat treatment.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance on heating elements and equipment to ensure cleanliness and functionality.
• Group work by selecting compatible materials for heat treatment according to BAC specifications.
• Consult with team leaders, supervisors, and other sources to resolve any issues that arise during the heat treatment process.
• Count parts, verify part tags against work orders, and ensure quantities match BAC specifications.
• Use proper loading and racking techniques to ensure uniform heating and minimize warpage, securing parts with tools and weights as needed.
• Operate and program the control panel to adjust the heat treat oven to the specified temperature and run time, then load parts into the oven.
• Enter pertinent information into the SMARTS system, including load details, material type, and processing times.
• Perform quenching of heat-treated parts and raw materials according to BAC specifications and unload heat treat racks in a timely manner.
• Handle and dispose of hazardous materials in accordance with safety regulations and maintain personal and tool certifications.

Benefits

• Competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.
• Health insurance.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Health savings accounts.
• Retirement savings plans.
• Life and disability insurance programs.
• Paid and unpaid time away from work.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
• Education Level: High school or GED