Company:
The Boeing CompanyBoeing Commercial Airplanes is excited to offer opportunities for an Inspector Magnetic Particle and Penetrant to join our Quality team in Portland, OR.
As an Inspector for Magnetic Particle and Penetrant, you will be at the forefront of ensuring the integrity and safety of our aerospace components. This dynamic role offers you the opportunity to utilize advanced inspection techniques to identify potential defects and ensure that every part meets the highest standards of quality. Your keen eye for detail and technical expertise will be essential as you work with cutting-edge equipment and collaborate with a dedicated team of professionals. Please note that eye examinations for color perception and near vision are required at some sites, and confined space work may be necessary at certain locations
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:
Analyze area inspection requirements and develop work schedules based on available resources and priorities.
Coordinate the sequence of work and troubleshoot problems, developing plans to resolve issues effectively.
Assist inspectors with drawing and specification interpretation, problem identification, and investigation skills.
Verify that all necessary paperwork, including manufacturing orders and specifications, is complete, accurate, and up to date.
Process and monitor non-conforming parts and assemblies, ensuring proper documentation and identification of rejection numbers.
Monitor the routing of parts and assemblies to appropriate areas, such as Material Review Segregation Areas (MRSA) and rework shops.
Collaborate with internal and external organizations to provide clarification and additional information as needed.
Perform process control checks on magnetic particle and penetrant chemicals and equipment to ensure compliance with specifications.
Assist in submitting magnetic particle technique sheets for approval prior to first part inspection.
Move parts to magnetic particle and penetrant inspection equipment using appropriate material handling equipment.
Apply magnetic fields and fluorescent particle baths to parts, inspecting for defects under UV light as per specifications.
Apply penetrant to parts using various methods, processing through the system and inspecting for defects under UV light.
Document discrepancies on non-conformance reports and withhold parts as required, citing specific drawing or specification requirements.
Secure non-conforming items in designated areas to maintain control and traceability.
Perform re-inspections of reworked parts per engineering disposition, communicating with relevant inspection groups as needed.
Indicate Quality Assurance (QA) acceptance on paperwork and process documentation according to quality procedures.
Verify certifications of tools and equipment, ensuring they are current and compliant with standards.
Handle and monitor the use and disposal of hazardous materials in accordance with safety regulations.
Consult with management and other departments on process or job-related issues as required.
Communicate with team leaders and supervisors to provide status updates and coordinate efforts across shifts.
Set up, adjust, and operate magnetic particle and penetrant inspection equipment, making acceptance or rejection decisions based on findings.
Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, and Manufacturing to evaluate and improve build processes and defect reduction initiatives.
Perform audits and surveillance of manufacturing and quality assurance processes to ensure compliance with specifications.
Provide peer-to-peer training to assist other employees in procedures, equipment use, and standards interpretation.
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 is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.
This position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a “US Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 is required. “US Person” includes US Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee
Resumes of current Puget Sound Boeing employees submitted via “Find Jobs” in Boeing/Workday will be considered as this job is not installed in QTTP (Quality Through Training Program).
Basic Qualifications:
Magnetic Particle or Dye Penetrant Certification OR equivalent on the job training hours completed for a Level II American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT) Certification.
Ability to walk constantly throughout the workday; stand 6-8 hours per day; climb or work from stairs/steps up to 8 hours per day; climb ladders; bend and twist frequently up to six hours per day; squat and kneel.
Preferred Qualifications:
Previously or currently hold a NDT Level II Magnetic or Penetrant Certification.
NDI (non-destructive inspection) or NDT (non-destructive test) experience.
Typical Education & Experience:
High school graduate or GED preferred.
Relocation:
This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.
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 Work Statement:
This role is primarily 2nd shift; however, there may be additional shift requirements to support program objectives
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: $31.32/hour, with potential to earn up to $54.56/hour in accordance with the terms of the relevant collective bargaining agreement.
Language Requirements:
EnglishEducation:
Not ApplicableRelocation:
This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.Export Control Requirement:
Safety Sensitive:
Security Clearance:
This position does not require a Security Clearance.Visa Sponsorship:
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.Contingent Upon Award Program
This position is not contingent upon program awardShift:
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