Numerical Control Tape Laminator Operator

Numerical Control Tape Laminator Operator

Location:

Puyallup, Washington.

Join our innovative Fabrication team as a Numerical Control Tape Laminator Operator, independently operating and adjusting advanced tape laminator machines, ensuring precise setups and adherence to shop practices. You will prepare materials, verify specifications, utilize precision measuring instruments to achieve optimal results, monitor machine operations, troubleshoot issues, perform quality checks, and ensure safety and compliance.

• Independently operate and adjust numerically controlled Tape Laminator machines according to established shop practices and procedures.
• Prepare for job setup by reviewing production orders, work orders (W/O), and setup documents, ensuring access to blueprints and drawings.
• Verify that the correct materials and tools are issued and free from visible defects before starting work.
• Identify the type of machine setup needed based on drawings and work orders, including flat tape laminating machines and automated fiber placement machines.
• Check machine setups and parts completed by previous operators to ensure safe working conditions and job progress.
• Prepare machines by obtaining materials from storage and performing necessary processes before operation, such as rolling tackifier and laying fiberglass.
• Use precision measuring instruments, such as dial indicators, to align and level the layup table as required.
• Retrieve and download CNC programs to the machine controller from the mainframe server.
• Set machine coordinates and adjust offsets, tool heights, and laser settings using the controller keyboard or pendant.
• Run the machine to lay graphite plies, copper ampe plies, and perform hand trimming and rework as necessary.
• Monitor machine operations for unusual vibrations or sounds, checking gauges and displays for warnings.
• Move finished parts and tools using appropriate material handling equipment as required.
• Handle and dispose of hazardous materials in accordance with safety regulations and using personal protective equipment.
• Perform quality checks after each operation to ensure parts meet specifications and are free from defects.
• Maintain personal and tool certifications, consulting with team leaders and supervisors on process or job-related issues as needed.

• 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.

• 1+ years of experience with 12-axis Numerical Control (NC) machines.
• 1+ years of experience using precision measuring tools.
• 1+ years of experience obtaining and using information from drawings, documents, machine control data, to set up parts or material on pallets for machining operations.
• 1+ years of experience working with blueprints, specifications, assembly drawings, and standard operating procedures.
• Able to stand and walk throughout work shift (6+ hours) as well as carry and lift up to 25 lbs.

• 1+ years of experience with multi-axis Numerical Control (NC) machines.
• Experience working with composites.
• Experience working with and around hazardous materials (while using proper protective equipment).

Must meet Export Control compliance requirements – a “US Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. 120.62 (U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee) is required.

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.

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