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Process Mechanic-Seamstress

Berkeley, Missouri; Hazelwood, Missouri Job ID JR2026501218 Category All Hourly Unions Role Type Onsite Post Date Mar. 16, 2026
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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 Defense, Space & Security (BDS) looking for a Process Mechanic – Seamstress to join the Boeing Fabrication team in Berkley, MO!

Process Mechanics may also be required to perform sheet metal fabrication, spray painting, welding, chemical processing, plating, and hand/machine sewing.

Position Responsibilities:

  • Lay out, cut, trim and sew coverings.
  • Setup and operate equipment such as sewing machines, weaving machines and cutters.
  • Make patterns from parts and drawings and develop master sewing patterns.
  • Hand stitch, lace and tie. Use hand tools such as punches, snippers, grippers, brushes, hammers and shears.
  • Use measuring instruments such as rule and tape measures.
  • Trim and sew coverings.
  • Setup and operate sewing machines and cutters.
  • Work from patterns or templates.
  • Install grommets and fasteners.
  • Hand stitch, lace and tie.
  • Use hand tools such as grippers, punches, hammers, snippers, shears and brushes.
  • Use measuring instruments such as rule and tape measure.
  • Electronic data input or retrieval as required in the performance of their assigned 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.

Security Clearance and Export Control Requirements:

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.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

  • 1+ years of sewing experience

Preferred Qualifications (desired Skills/Experience):

  • Experience working with detailed work instructions or reading and interpreting blueprints and drawings
  • Aerospace seamstress experience

Conflict of Interest:

Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process

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. 

Additional Information:

  • The selected candidate must be able to work any shift, as assigned.

  • This is an hourly position governed by the IAM Collective Bargaining agreement.

  • New Hires, as well as employees who transfer from non-union positions, may be required to attend some type of training upon their start. Once any required training has been completed all new employees will be considered on probation for a period of one hundred twenty (120) calendar days. Continued employment is contingent upon successful completion of any required training and the probationary period.

Shift:

  • The candidate must be able to work any shift assigned

Relocation:

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

Total Rewards:

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: $22.00/Hourly- $51.02/Hourly


Applications for this position will be accepted until Mar. 24, 2026


Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.


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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