Manufacturing Machinist Apprenticeship - A24A0

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The Boeing Company has an exciting opportunity through our IAM/Boeing Joint Apprenticeship Program for Manufacturing Machinist Apprenticeship in the Puget Sound region in Washington State!

This comprehensive 4-year training program consists of 8000 hours of paid on-the-job training and essential classroom education designed to equip you with the skills needed to excel as a manufacturing machinist. The program begins with a 20% probationary period allowing you to acclimate to the role while gaining valuable hands-on experience. You will attend school for at least 144 unpaid hours per school year registered through a local Community and Technical College. Your wages as an apprentice will be defined in Article 17 of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the International Association of Machinists District 751 and The Boeing Company with progression to a higher wage step for every 1000 hours of recorded on-the-job training until completion. Upon graduation you will be placed in the target job at the maximum rate and receive a journey-worker certificate and card recognized worldwide.

As an apprentice you will gain hands-on experience where you will leverage your technical skills and expertise to interpret various technical documents and perform precise machining operations. You will set up and operate various conventional and numerical control machine tools to fabricate close tolerance high quality parts from metals plastics and composite materials often in a cellular manufacturing addition to machine training the Manufacturing Machinist apprenticeship includes use of precision measuring tools trade related bench work inspection numerical machine programming heat treat layout operations tool grinding and machine related processes. Your attention to detail and commitment to quality will ensure that all work meets our high standards. You will play a crucial role in maintaining optimal machine performance while adhering to strict safety protocols. This program is designed to prepare you for a successful career as a manufacturing machinist within the aviation industry and we seek applicants with a strong willingness and aptitude for learning problem-solving and continuous improvement.

Application Instructions:

To ensure your application is complete all required assessments and courses must be finalized before submitting your application. Follow these guidelines:

Documentation: At the time of application provide documentation for all completed courses test challenges certificates and degree programs.

Applicant Eligibility: Applicants must not have previously enrolled in or completed an IAM/Boeing Joint Apprenticeship program.

Assessment and Course Completion: For English and/or math assessments please include your assessment score and the corresponding course placement results (course number and title).

Proficiency in math and English must be verified through one of the following:

• Completing Intermediate Algebra or a higher-level math course within the last 5 years.

• Completion of an English course with a grade of 90 or better.

Qualification for Blueprint Reading and Precision Measuring Tools: You can meet the qualifications through one of the following methods which will be verified via your resume work history and transcripts:

Vocational Courses:

• Basic Blueprint Reading or equivalent

• Basic Precision Measuring Tools or equivalent

• Milling Machine (a course minimum of 80 hours or 5 or more credits)

• Lathe (a course minimum of 80 hours or 5 or more credits)

Relevant Work Experience: A minimum of one year of work experience in a similar field such as:

• Boring Mills (Vertical Horizontal)

• Computer Numerical Control

• Drills (Radial Press NC)

• Grinding (Internal External Surface Thread

• Heat Treat

• Jig Bore Jig Grinder

• Lathes (Conventional NC CNC Turret)

• Layout (Conventional CMM)

• Mills (Conventional NC CNC Profile)

• Tool Grind

• Trade Related Bench Work

Position Responsibilities:

• Work with and interpret prints sketches diagrams specifications verbal information handbook formulas job layouts etc. and use shop mathematics including trigonometry and geometry.

• Perform layout necessary to accomplish own work assignment.

• Perform assembly work and surface finishing as required.

• Use and operate all precision measuring instruments and various methods necessary to complete and check own work assignment. Provide part quality information and statistics as required.

• Select proper tools fixtures machine attachments equipment etc. necessary to complete work assignment.

• Prepare and adjustments as required to ensure proper machine operation.

• Monitor machining system operations including electrical/electronic and mechanical diagnostics and cutter probe and sensor data and make appropriate adjustments.

• May include programming and operation of NC and CNC machines

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 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.

This position must meet Export Control compliance requirements therefore a US Person as defined by 22 C.F.R. 120.15 is Person includes US Citizen lawful permanent resident refugee or asylee

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.

Basic qualifications/requirements:

• Experience doing jobs or tasks where you had to apply math skills such as: algebra geometry and/or trigonometry.

• Experience reading engineering blueprints and drawings.

• Experience working with precision measuring tools.

• Experience operating manual mill and manual lathe machines.

• Proficiency in reading writing and speaking English.

Education & Experience:

High School Graduate or the equivalent. Proof of successful completion is required.

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.

Shift Work Statement:

This position is for shifts 1; however it may require some training on shift 2

Other Relevant Information & Requirements:

This is an hourly position governed by the IAM Collective Bargaining agreement.

Total Rewards & Pay Transparency:

At Boeing we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.

The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs generally including health insurance flexible spending accounts health savings accounts retirement savings plans life and disability insurance programs and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location date of hire and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications as well as market and business considerations.

Pay Rate: $45.65

Additional information Links: WebSite Standards of Apprenticeship Prep Pack.

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