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Chemical Technology Lab Technician (Entry-Level or Associate)

Auburn, Washington Job ID JR2025467057 Category Engineering - Materials, Process & Physics Role Type Onsite Post Date Aug. 15, 2025
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Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

Boeing is seeking a Chemical Technology Lab Technician (Entry-Level or Associate) to join our team in Auburn, WA.

Position Responsibilities:

  • Evaluates parts, materials, processes, suppliers, technology, tools or equipment through research and testing to ensure safety, reliability and adherence to requirements and specifications throughout the product life cycle.

  • Conducts research, tests and analysis to support the use of materials, processes tools and equipment in the engineering and manufacture of products.

  • Analyzes failed parts and processes to reduce or eliminate future failures.

  • Generates test plans, identifies and categorizes failures, determines root cause, documents results and recommendations and takes corrective action for manufacturing, design and documentation issues.

  • Proposes, develops, maintains, and validates revisions to procedures and specifications for producibility, safety and quality.

  • Determines suitability of parts, materials and processes and supports production implementation of materials, processes and equipment.

  • Supports continuous improvement of products and processes by researching, designing, prototyping, developing, fabricating, testing, evaluating and implementing new concepts, materials, processes, equipment and technology.

  • Develops and maintains relationships with customers, stakeholders, suppliers, partners, government agencies and peers to ensure products and services meet requirements.

  • Generates testing coupons, operate test equipment, conduct test activities, monitor test procedures, and maintains compliance with laboratory safety practices

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

  • Associate’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience

  • Willingness to work in a High Hazard Chemical Process Area

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

  • 1+ years of experience working in a chemical laboratory environment

  • 1+ years of lab test operations experience

  • Experience and ability to safely handle and work with hazardous chemicals

  • Experience with Paints and Finishes coupon generating and testing techniques and processes

  • Experience in the operation, integration, installation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of  different laboratory equipment

  • Experience developing laboratory documentation, test procedures, and data collection protocols

  • Experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings and specifications (e.g., blueprint/schematic reading, specification, change, design)

  • Organizational skills to handle multiple tasks and work requests from start to finish

  • Strong ability to perform work independently as well as work well with others

  • High attention to detail, self-starter and results driven

  • Interpersonal communication and problem-solving skills, and ability to perform effectively in a team environment

  • Experience with MS Office Suite, such as Word and Excel

  • Physically able to lift 35 pounds

Union:

This is a union represented position.

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.

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 several 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 is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. 

Summary pay range for entry-level (level 1): $45,900 - $62,100

Summary pay range for associate (level 2): $56,100 - $75,900


Applications for this position will be accepted until Aug. 23, 2025


Export Control Requirements: This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Export Control Details: US based job, US Person required

Relocation

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

This position is for 1st 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.

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  • Generous company match to your 401(k).
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