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Milling Machine Operator C4808

Portland, Oregon Job ID JR2025466273 Category All Hourly Unions Role Type Onsite Post Date Aug. 11, 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 Milling Machine Operator to join our team in Portland, Oregon.

As a Milling Machine Operator, you will be integral to our machining operations, ensuring the highest standards of quality and safety. Your expertise in setting up and operating various types of milling machines will be essential, as precision and attention to detail are paramount. You will interpret technical documents and specifications to guide your work, ensuring that all components meet stringent quality requirements. Your commitment to safety will be demonstrated through your adherence to established protocols and best practices while operating machinery and handling tools. This dynamic position allows you to contribute directly to the efficiency and reliability of our manufacturing processes.

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, operate, and adjust various types of conventional and numerically controlled milling machines to perform machining operations.

  • Utilize various control media, program documents, holding fixtures, and cutting tools to machine components according to quality requirements and specifications.

  • Make machine setups for operations such as drilling, boring, face milling, and slotting.

  • Interpret information from drawings, documents, sketches, and verbal instructions to guide machining processes.

  • Apply shop mathematics, including trigonometry, using charts, tables, and handbook formulas as needed.

  • Select and secure appropriate tools, fixtures, and equipment to efficiently complete assigned work.

  • Mount and check cutting tools in holders, ensuring proper loading in machine magazines or spindles.

  • Inspect parts and cutting tools for conformance to specifications using precision measuring instruments and create precision checking fixtures as required.

  • Sequence and layout work, performing necessary bench work to finish parts to quality specifications.

  • Adjust machine settings during machining cycles and install various cutting tools as authorized to achieve desired results.

  • Manage the feed of oils and coolants during operations and lay out single-plane profile templates when necessary.

  • Prepare and adjust machines to ensure proper operation, assisting planners or programmers in determining final numerical control programs as needed.

  • Establish and adjust machine speed, feed, and depth of cut to optimize utilization and minimize setups.

  • Initiate corrective action requests for machine malfunctions and detect faulty tools, taking appropriate corrective measures.

  • Collaborate with team members to ensure efficient workflow and adherence to quality standards.

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

Basic Qualifications:

  • Understand Statistical Process Control (SPC) applications and interpretation of statistical results, as required.

  • Experience in managing multiple projects simultaneously

  • 3+ years of experience operating a CNC machine i.e. CNC rivet machine, or CNC milling machine.

  • 1+ years of experience using Precision Measuring Tools

  • 1+ years of experience reading and interpreting blueprint and/or drawings

Preferred Qualifications:

  • 5 + years of experience operating a CNC machine i.e. CNC rivet machine, or 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 2nd shift

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: $31.00 - $54.24/hour


Applications for this position will be accepted until Aug. 28, 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 2nd 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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