Metal Forming, Machinist Shift Lead

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Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.

At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We're working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. Join our team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!

This role is part of Blue Origin Operations, which is comprised of Integrated Supply Chain, Test Operations, Safety, Quality, and Mission Assurance. This includes Manufacturing and Supply Chain support across all Blue Origin facilities.

As part of a small, passionate and accomplished team of experts, you will process and program large and small structural components supporting assembly of flight hardware for various spaceflight systems. You will share in the team's impact on all aspects of transforming the way rockets are made and operated. If you share our passions and vision, thrive in a dynamic startup environment, excel on integrated cross‑functional teams, are experienced and skilled in several relevant technologies (even if perhaps not in the aerospace industry), continuously seek out opportunities to learn and improve, enjoy occasional travel, and do not allow title or job description to limit the depth or breadth of your contributions, then we would love to hear from you.

This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your dedicated commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable spaceflight.

• Overseeing day‑to‑day operations with ability to adjust to changing demands and workloads
• Working with multiple shifts to ensure the overall demands are accomplished
• Hands‑on experience in programming and set up of 5‑axis mills, multi‑axis lathes, development of critical machining processes, supporting aerospace, commercial aircraft or any specialized fabrication of close‑tolerance production hardware
• Help with the setup of new production work areas, including layouts, tooling and equipment setup, etc.
• Direct hands‑on experience with various products utilizing multiple‑axis machining, turning and/or grinding centers
• Interface with area leadership to prioritize work based on production schedule and organizational goals
• Ensure product quality and conformance to engineering specifications
• Implement and refine new manufacturing processes
• Work with engineering to document and standardize production processes
• Collaborate with engineering to develop production‑ready manufacturing approach
• Review work instructions and provide recommended changes where necessary
• Assist with transition from development to production by working alongside engineering to successfully transition the product
• Identify and implement continuous improvement projects for area safety and efficiency
• Second‑party verification of manufactured hardware
• Other duties as assigned or otherwise beneficial to fulfilling the mission and vision

• Minimum of 7 years in managing or supervising a team of employees
• Minimum of 15 years in a manufacturing working hands‑on environment
• Minimum of 10 years in CNC programming with offline software like UG, Esprit, Master Cam
• Minimum of 5 years in working with multi‑axis machines
• Minimum of 5 years working with hardened metals
• Ability to interpret engineering models, drawings, specifications, written work instructions, and test procedures
• Extensive experience with Mazak, Okuma, Fanuc, Heidenhain, Siemens, and other CNC controls
• Excellent blueprint reading skills including GD&T per ASME Y14.5M-1994 standard
• Outside processing knowledge (heat treat, plating, coating, EDM, grinding, etc.)
• Ability to work effectively with a strong work ethic and close attention to detail in a fast‑paced dynamic team environment with rapidly changing roles and responsibilities
• Basic computer skills such as Windows, Microsoft Office, etc.
• Extremely customer focused with strong verbal and written communication skills
• A demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with teams of skills across large geographic distances
• A continuous improvement mindset. Our…