Tool and Die Maker

Tool And Die MakerBoeing Commercial Airplanes is excited to offer opportunities for a Tool & Die Maker to join our Materials Management & Tooling team in Auburn and Renton, Washington.In this hands-on position, you will be responsible for a variety of tasks, from interpreting blueprints and work orders to developing effective plans for tool fabrication and repair. Your skills will be essential in troubleshooting production challenges, operating advanced machinery, and ensuring that all tools meet stringent quality standards. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, you will also engage with customers and suppliers to address any functional issues, all while adhering to safety protocols and continuous improvement practices. If you are passionate about precision engineering and ready to make a significant impact in a fast-paced environment, we invite you to explore this exciting opportunity.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:Perform all functions related to tool fabrication, rework, and repair as required.Obtain work orders from the team leader or supervisor, determining assignments based on schedule dates and tool availability.Read work orders and blueprints to identify required tasks, tools, and equipment.Develop plans for the fabrication, maintenance, and repair of tools.Initiate and coordinate engineering change requests with internal support groups when necessary.Determine the sequence of tool fabrication work, troubleshoot issues, and develop solutions to production challenges.Access and utilize appropriate tool drawings, models, and specifications using available computing systems.Select and verify necessary equipment from the shop storage area, ensuring current tool certification.Perform repairs or replacements on tools as per Standing Tool Order (STO) Production Requests, and request rework orders if necessary.Layout holes, lines, and other tool features, and install or modify hydraulic, pneumatic, and vacuum tubes as required.Operate various machinery, including power saws, drill presses, and CNC machines, to shape materials and prepare details.Move materials and equipment using Powered Industrial Trucks (PIT) and overhead cranes as needed.Maintain accurate records of orders and coordinate tooling information with other shifts and departments.Handle hazardous materials in compliance with Boeing procedures, using appropriate personal protective equipment.Engage in continuous improvement practices to enhance quality, safety, and efficiency in tool and die work.Use precision measuring instruments, such as micrometers and gauges, to ensure accuracy in fabrication and repairs.Interface with customers and suppliers to incorporate changes or resolve functional and installation issues.Submit completed jobs to Quality Assurance and assist inspectors in performing necessary checks or measurements.Utilize mathematics, including algebra and trigonometry, to calculate dimensions and analyze Model Based Definition (MBD) for fabrication details.Conduct tool tryouts and make necessary adjustments to ensure production meets quality requirements and specifications.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. § 120.15 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:5+ years of experience in repairing, maintaining, construction, and/or the inspection of tools, dies, jigs, powerfeed, etc.5+ years of experience in machine shop processes, geometric dimensioning & tolerances, and machining capabilities of different types of materials.2+ years of experience using complete set of toolmaker shop equipment (milling, lathe, precision, grinding, polishing, and fitting).Preferred Qualifications:5+ years of experience as a Tool & Die Maker.2+ years of experience with hydraulics and pneumatics.Completed an approved Mold Maker or Tool and Die Maker state apprentice ship program and/or certified by the U.S.Ability to perform machining operations with a specified degree of accuracy and within a timely manner, maintain close and exacting tolerances and finish requirements ensuring highest quality workmanship on all tools, gages, and fixtures with minimal scrap.Capable of creating a repeatable setup and working to tolerances of +/-.0002" in controlled environment.Possesses 4 and 5 axis CNC skills for mill or lathe, and extensive knowledge of detail cutting tool geometry for different cutting tool types and materials.Ability to reverse engineer and manufacture mold components within time limitationsAbility to read and write G and M code with CAM programming experience.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:This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.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 shiftsTotal 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: $40.00/hour, with potential to earn up to $62.45/hour in accordance with the terms of the relevant collective bargaining agreement.Language Requirements:EnglishEducation:Not ApplicableRelocation:This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.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 ProgramThis position is not contingent upon program awardShift:Shift 4 (United States of America)Stay safe from recruitment fraud! 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