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Inspector Fabrication - C3406

Auburn, Washington; Puyallup, Washington; Algona, Washington; Everett, Washington Job ID JR2025473356 Category All Hourly Unions Role Type Onsite Post Date Sep. 16, 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 Commercial Airplanes is excited to offer opportunities for an Inspector Fabrication B to join our Quality team in Puget Sound, Washington.

Join our dedicated team as an Inspector Fabrication, where your keen eye for detail will be essential in ensuring the integrity of our fabricated parts and assemblies. In this critical role, you will perform thorough inspections of materials and components. Collaborating closely with Engineering, Quality, and Manufacturing, you will play a key role in evaluating and improving build processes while investigating and resolving defect-related issues. Your expertise in using precision measuring instruments will enable you to assess dimensions and workmanship accurately, while your ability to document nonconforming items will help maintain high standards of production. With a focus on continuous improvement, you will conduct audits and in-process inspections, ensuring compliance with all specifications. If you are passionate about maintaining excellence in fabrication and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we invite you to contribute to our mission of delivering top-quality products.

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 inspections of fabricated detail parts, materials, and assemblies for workmanship, alignment, fit, and conformance to blueprints and specifications.

  • Inspect fabricated and machined parts, subassemblies, and tooling to ensure compliance with engineering specifications and quality standards.

  • Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, and Manufacturing to evaluate and improve build processes and defect reduction methods.

  • Investigate and resolve defect-related problems, initiating and implementing project plans for quality improvement.

  • Document any nonconforming materials, hardware, tools, or assemblies according to established specifications and procedures.

  • Conduct audits and surveillance of manufacturing and quality assurance processes to ensure compliance with specifications.

  • Verify part numbers, serial numbers, and quantities against required paperwork upon receipt of parts and assemblies.

  • Ensure all paperwork, including drawings and specifications, is complete, accurate, and up-to-date.

  • Select and set up appropriate measuring instruments to check dimensions and workmanship of parts and assemblies.

  • Inspect dimensions and workmanship, including visual weld inspections, according to drawings and specifications.

  • Identify, document, and reject nonconforming parts/assemblies, noting discrepancies and required corrections.

  • Perform re-inspections and initiate Re-inspection Requests (R/R) as needed, communicating with relevant inspection groups.

  • Conduct in-process inspections, audits, and monitor heat treat processes, documenting required information.

  • Verify certifications of tools, equipment, and personnel to ensure they are current and compliant.

  • Handle and dispose of hazardous materials in accordance with safety regulations and contact supervisors for assistance when needed.

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

Current Boeing employees working in Puget Sound must submit an Employee Request Transfer (ERT) to be considered in the eligible candidate pool. Resumes of current Puget Sound Boeing employees submitted via Careers at Boeing will not be considered.

Basic Qualifications:

  • 3+ years of experience as a Quality Inspector.

  • 3+ years of experience reading and understanding engineering drawings, blueprints, and specifications.

  • 3+ years of Experience using software applications for internet navigation, email, Microsoft Suite and/or other specialized computer applications.

  • 1+ years of experience in metal or composite fabrication in aerospace.

  • Ability to walk constantly throughout the workday; stand 6-8 hours per day; climb or work from stairs/steps up to 8 hours per day; climb ladders; bend and twist frequently up to six hours per day; squat and kneel.  

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience in Foreign Object Debris (FOD) risk

  • 1+ years of experience inspecting aircraft/aerospace parts, components, and/or assemblies for conformance with applicable drawings, specifications, quality standards, and manufacturing plans.

Typical Education & Experience:

High school graduate or GED preferred.

Relocation:

  • Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.

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 shifts

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

Summary pay range: $26.32 – $56.36


Applications for this position will be accepted until Sept. 29, 2025


Language Requirements

English Preferred

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

This position is for variable 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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