Press Operator Hydraulic & Mechanical

Press Operator Hydraulic & Mechanical A - 13706

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This position is full‑time, 2nd shift, and requires on‑site presence at one of the following locations:
Auburn, Algona, or Everett, Washington. The selected candidate will work onsite at one of the listed options.

Position Responsibilities:

• Obtain work package from the ready‑to‑work rack, work board, or assigned by Team Lead, or run previously set‑up jobs by reviewing tie‑ins from prior operators.
• Operate a computer to access information from prints, sketches, drawings, layout documents, and Boeing (BAC) specifications.
• Perform safety checks on machines, ensuring the area is clear of obstacles, power switches are off, and safety guards are installed.
• Move heavy materials, equipment, tools, and dies to the work area using stackers, Kalamar, die loaders, or overhead cranes, asking for assistance as needed.
• Check steam lines for cracks or cuts and verify o‑rings are properly seated prior to hookup.
• Preheat dies and punches using electricity or steam, and verify temperature accuracy for hot dies with a temperature stick or pyrometer.
• Determine machine setup by reviewing work orders, tooling usage instructions, and die setup charts, making adjustments as required.
• Load and secure dies into the press, checking for defects and torquing as necessary.
• Examine tools, dies, and fixtures for damage, separating them using appropriate handling procedures.
• Set up press cycle programs using control panels or manual switches to adjust height, stroke, pressure, and cycle time.
• Develop patterns when necessary, cutting and tailoring materials like fiberglass and graphite to die requirements.
• Perform pull‑outs on various types of metal and alloy tubes using a hydraulic tube pull‑out machine.
• Verify that materials are free from burrs and debris, using hand deburring tools and denatured alcohol prior to forming operations.
• Consult with Team Lead and other personnel (e.g., engineering, planning, inspection) on process or job‑related issues as required.
• Maintain a written tie‑in book or electronic communication to coordinate with other shifts and dispose of hazardous materials in an approved manner.

Physical Demands and Potential Hazards:

• Lifting weights ranging from 10–15 lbs to 15–35 lbs.
• Reaching, handling, turning, twisting, lifting, lowering, climbing, balancing, bending, kneeling, crouching, and squatting.
• Working in environments that may involve contact with metals, solvents, and coolants.
• Operating in proximity to moving parts and tools, sharp cutters, and potential slipping hazards.
• Adapting to varying noise levels and atmospheric conditions.
• Utilizing personal safety gear to protect face/eyes, hands/arms, and feet while performing job duties.

Basic Qualifications:

• 1+ year of experience setting and using precision measuring tools such as micrometers, calipers, and/or dial indicators.
• 1+ year of experience reading blueprints and structural drawings.
• 1+ year of experience operating a hydraulic press.
• Must be able to lift, push, and pull up to 35 pounds frequently within an 8‑hour shift.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Must be able to stand, twist, bend, kneel, and occasionally crawl within an 8‑hour shift.
• Ability to work in noisy environments while completing tasks.

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: 2nd shift.

Compensation: Pay: $26.32/hour, with potential to earn up to $56.36/hour in accordance with the terms of the relevant collective bargaining agreement.

Applications accepted until: Dec. 31, 2025.

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.