A Shift Lead- Advance Metal Forming

Blue Origin LLC; United States; On-site; USD 85,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Stock options

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Education support program

Job summary

Blue Origin LLC seeks an experienced leader to manage throughput and personnel in specialized welding and forming manufacturing operations. You will lead a team of technicians and welders, ensuring quality, crane safety for large/complex hardware, and efficiency across welding processes and precision forming activities.

You will coordinate with engineering, quality, and production planning to meet schedules, drive continuous improvement, and maintain a safe, compliant manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in welding or metal forming.
• 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with TIG and seam welding of aluminum/special alloys.
• Familiarity with quality systems and standards (ISO, AS9100, D17.1).
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily operations of welding and forming.
• Mentor and develop a team of technicians and operators.
• Ensure quality standards, specifications, and production schedules are met.
• Oversee equipment maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting.
• Coordinate with engineering, quality, and production planning to ensure schedules.
• Drive continuous improvement to reduce costs and improve productivity.

Skills

Welding

Seam welding

Aluminum welding

Team leadership

Crane safety

Read drawings

Tools

ISO/AS9100 knowledge

Job description

Application close date: Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed. At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We’re working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. Join our team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight! This role is part of Blue Origin Operations, which is comprised of Integrated Supply Chain, Test Operations, Safety, Quality, and Mission Assurance. This includes Manufacturing and Supply Chain support across all Blue Origin facilities. We are seeking an experienced leader to manage the throughput and personnel of specialized welding and forming manufacturing operations. This role will be responsible for leading a team of technicians and welders overseeing highly specialized aluminum and special alloy welding while ensuring quality, crane safety of large/complex hardware, efficiency across welding processes, and precision forming activities.

Key Responsibilities

Supervise daily operations of welding and forming operation Manage, mentor, and develop a team of skilled technicians and operators Ensure compliance with quality standards, specifications, and production schedules Oversee equipment maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting Implement and enforce safety protocols and procedures Coordinate with engineering, quality, and production planning teams to ensure schedule compliance Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity and reduce costs Manage inventory of materials and consumables Participate in new product development and process qualification activities

Required Qualifications

3+ years of experience in manufacturing with focus on welding, and/or metal forming 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment Strong understanding of welding processes (TIG, Seam welding,/ special alloy, aluminum) Strong crane safety background Knowledge of production scheduling and/or program managing Familiarity with quality systems and standards (ISO, AS9100, D17.1) Demonstrated ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in aerospace or defense manufacturing Knowledge of metallurgy and material properties Six Sigma or Lean Manufacturing certification Experience with production scheduling systems Background in precision manufacturing for critical applications

Working Conditions

Manufacturing floor environment with exposure to typical production conditions May require occasional overtime to support production needs Must be able to wear appropriate PPE as required

Culture Statement

Don’t meet all desired requirements? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At Blue Origin, we are dedicated to building an authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every desired qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Export Control Regulations

Applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Background Check Requirements

Background Check Required for all positions: Blue’s Standard Background Check Required for Certain Job Profiles: Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation Required for Certain Job Profiles: Drivers who operate Commercial Motor Vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or combination of power unit and trailer that meets or exceeds 10,001 lbs. and/or transports placardable amounts of hazardous materials by ground in any vehicle on a public road while in commerce, may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations including: Driver Qualification Files, Medical Certification (obtained before onboarding), Road Test, Hours of Service, Drug and Alcohol Testing, vehicle inspection requirements, CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training. Required for certain Job Profiles: Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential, which includes pre-employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physical.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability, 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%, and an Education Support Program.
• Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week)
• Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.
• Dependent on role type and job level, employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the company's intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the company's results, or other factors at the company's sole discretion.
• Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation.
• Please check with your recruiter for more details.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified and dedicated work force. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Washington Fair Chance Act, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws. For more information on “Know Your Rights,” please see here.

Company History

Blue Origin was founded with a vision to enable a future where millions of people are living and working in space to benefit Earth. In order to preserve Earth, Blue Origin believes in the need to enable humanity to expand, explore, find new energy and material resources, and move industries that stress Earth into space. Blue Origin believes it has an important role in building a road to space and lowering the cost of getting there. At Blue Origin, we’re working on this today by developing fully reusable launch vehicles and systems that are safe, reliable and affordable. Every launch vehicle is designed for human spaceflight from the beginning and able to ferry payloads to space.

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