Tool and Die Maker

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 Tool & Die Maker to join our Materials Management & Tooling team in Auburn and Renton, Washingto
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In this hands-on position, you will be responsible for a variety of tasks, from interpreting blueprints and work orders to developing effective plans for tool fabrication and repair. Your skills will be essential in troubleshooting production challenges, operating advanced machinery, and ensuring that all tools meet stringent quality standards. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, you will also engage with customers and suppliers to address any functional issues, all while adhering to safety protocols and continuous improvement practices.

If you are passionate about precision engineering and ready to make a significant impact in a fast-paced environment, we invite you to explore this exciting opportunity.

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:

• Perform all functions related to tool fabrication, rework, and repair as required.

• Obtain work orders from the team leader or supervisor, determining assignments based on schedule dates and tool availability.

• Read work orders and blueprints to identify required tasks, tools, and equipment.

• Develop plans for the fabrication, maintenance, and repair of tools.

• Initiate and coordinate engineering change requests with internal support groups when necessary.

• Determine the sequence of tool fabrication work, troubleshoot issues, and develop solutions to production challenges.

• Access and utilize appropriate tool drawings, models, and specifications using available computing systems.

• Select and verify necessary equipment from the shop storage area, ensuring current tool certification.

• Perform repairs or replacements on tools as per Standing Tool Order (STO) Production Requests, and request rework orders if necessary.

• Layout holes, lines, and other tool features, and install or modify hydraulic, pneumatic, and vacuum tubes as required.

• Operate various machinery, including power saws, drill presses, and CNC machines, to shape materials and prepare details.

• Move materials and equipment using Powered Industrial Trucks (PIT) and overhead cranes as needed.

• Maintain accurate records of orders and coordinate tooling information with other shifts and departments.

• Handle hazardous materials in compliance with Boeing procedures, using appropriate personal protective equipment.

• Engage in continuous improvement practices to enhance quality, safety, and efficiency in tool and die work.

• Use precision measuring instruments, such as micrometers and gauges, to ensure accuracy in fabrication and repairs.

• Interface with customers and suppliers to incorporate changes or resolve functional and installation issues.

• Submit completed jobs to Quality Assurance and assist inspectors in performing necessary checks or measurements.

• Utilize mathematics, including algebra and trigonometry, to calculate dimensions and analyze Model Based Definition (MBD) for fabrication details.

• Conduct tool tryouts and make necessary adjustments to ensure production meets quality requirements and specifications.

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…