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Numerical Control Router Operator - 75306

Everett, Washington; Renton, Washington Job ID JR2025454248 Category All Hourly Unions Post Date May. 13, 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 a Numerical Control Router Operator to join our Fabrication team in Everett and Renton, Washington.

Join our innovative manufacturing team as a Numerical Control Router Operator, where your technical skills will be essential in transforming raw materials into precision-engineered components. In this dynamic role, you will expertly set up, adjust, and operate state-of-the-art numerically controlled routers to cut, drill, and shape a variety of materials, ensuring that every part meets stringent quality standards. Your keen attention to detail will guide you as you review production orders and setup documents, selecting the appropriate tools and adjusting machine settings for optimal performance. You will play a crucial role in monitoring machine operations, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring a safe working environment. With a commitment to excellence, you will handle hazardous materials responsibly and maintain compliance with safety protocols. If you are passionate about precision manufacturing and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we invite you to contribute to our mission of delivering exceptional 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

  • Set up, adjust, and operate numerically controlled routers to cut, drill, and shape various parts from metal sheets or other materials.

  • Review production orders, work orders, drawings, and setup documents to prepare for job setup and ensure all necessary materials and tools are available.

  • Determine the need for changing router cutting and drilling tools, selecting the proper tools, speeds, and feeds for each operation.

  • Move materials, parts, and fixtures using overhead cranes, electric stackers, and pallet jacks as required.

  • Check machine setup and parts completed by previous operators to ensure safe working conditions and job progress.

  • Retrieve and download Numerical Control (NC) programs to the machine controller using computing equipment and verify that the machine is in good condition.

  • Select and check cutters and drills per NC documents, ensuring they are sharp, in good condition, and properly adjusted for length.

  • Set machine coordinates, index points, and cutter offsets according to NC documents using the controller keyboard.

  • Run NC programs to operate various machines, making cuts and drilling holes in materials such as aluminum, graphite composites, and fiberglass.

  • Monitor machine settings, adjusting as necessary to correct machining problems, and perform minor editing of programs as required.

  • Listen for unusual vibrations or sounds during operation, and visually check the cutter/drill path and clearance to ensure smooth operation.

  • Check work after each operation to ensure parts meet specifications and are free from defects, documenting completion as required.

  • Handle and dispose of hazardous materials, such as coolants and solvents, in accordance with Safety Data Sheets (SDS) while using personal protective equipment.

  • Maintain personal and tool certifications, ensuring compliance with safety and operational standards.

  • Communicate with the Team Leader, supervisor, or co-workers for assistance or to report any issues that arise during operations.

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

  • Must be physically able to lift 35 or more pounds during a shift

  • 1+ years of experience performing precision measurements of electrical, dimensional or optical parameters

  • 1+ years of experience using hand tools and/ or hand-held power tools

  • 1+ years experience operating a CNC machine i.e. CNC rivet machine, CNC milling machine

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:

$26.00 - $51.39


Applications for this position will be accepted until May. 30, 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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