Gear Cutting Machine Operator

Position: Gear Cutting Machine Operator A – 71908
Boeing Commercial Airplanes is excited to offer opportunities for a
** Gear Cutting Machine Operator A
** to join our Facilities team in
** Portland, Oregon**.
* Obtain work assignments from the Daily Dispatch List (DDL), team leader, or supervisor based on schedule and priority.
* Review work orders and obtain necessary drawings and specifications to determine machining requirements.
* Set up, operate, and adjust various types of gear cutting, shaping, and grinding machines, including CNC and conventional equipment.
* Use precision measuring instruments and gauges to check machined parts for finish and dimensions.
* Select and secure appropriate tools, fixtures, and machine attachments to efficiently complete assigned work.
* Perform layout work and sequence operations using shop mathematics, including geometry and trigonometry.
* Monitor machine setups and check for any missing or damaged equipment before operation.
* Operate overhead cranes and material handling equipment to move parts and materials as required.
* Perform routine maintenance on tools and equipment, including dressing grinding wheels and sharpening cutting tools.
* Conduct test runs and make adjustments to ensure machining processes meet specifications before production runs.
* Document work performed, including quantities and any discrepancies, and communicate with supervisors regarding job status.
* Handle and dispose of hazardous materials in accordance with safety regulations and Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS).
* Collaborate with internal and external organizations to resolve issues and improve production processes.
* Maintain personal and tool certifications to ensure compliance with safety and operational standards.
* Suggest improvements to production methods and processes to enhance efficiency and quality.
* 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.
** Basic Qualifications****:
*** 3+ years of experience in gear cell machining/cutting.
* 5+ years of experience working with detailed work instructions or reading and interpreting blueprints and drawings.
* 5+ years of experience using precision measuring tools and equipment such as micrometers, calipers and dial indicators, etc.
* Capable of lifting, pushing and pulling up to 35 pounds.
* 3+ years of experience with CNC mill and lathe machines.
* Associate degree in machine tool technology or equivalent.
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