Shift Leader - Additive Manufacturing Post-Processing - C Shift

Blue Origin; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 113,158 - 158,420; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation provided

Shift Fri-Sun 5am-5:30pm

Job summary

Blue Origin is seeking a hands-on leader for its Additive Manufacturing post-processing team. You will lead C/D shift technicians and machinists, coordinate with engineering and quality to meet build promises, and enforce safety and lean practices across AM post-processing.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in manufacturing, 1–3 years in a lead role, and experience with EDMs and bandsaws. Relocation is provided; a Friday–Sunday 5am–5:30pm shift is available in Washington state.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• 5+ years in manufacturing operations.
• 1–3+ years leading technicians or machinists on off-shift operations.
• Able to read engineering drawings and GD&T with in-process inspection.
• Experience with EDMs, bandsaws, and basic machining is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of post-processing technicians and machinists on C/D shift.
• Coordinate priorities with manufacturing engineers, planners, and quality to meet build plans and dates.
• Identify and remove blockers such as nonconformances or missing tools.
• Enforce safety policies for metal AM post-processing and 5S/visual management.
• Maintain inventory records and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

GD&T reading

Safety culture

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

EDMs

Bandsaws

Basic machining

Job description

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.

As part of a hardworking team of C & D-shift technicians and machinists you will lead the team in all aspects of Additive Manufacturing Post-Processing, consisting of powder removal, support removal, EDM machining, tensile turning/testing, inspection, and various other tasks related to manufacturing.

Special Mentions

• Relocation provided
• Friday - Sunday 5am to 530pm

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Lead and develop a team of post-processing technicians and machinists across the C/D shift; set priorities, assign work, manage break coverage, and ensure safe, compliant operations.
• Coordinate priorities with manufacturing engineers, planners, and quality to meet build plans and promise dates.
• Proactively identify and remove blockers (e.g., nonconformances, stop-work, missing tools/fixtures, document errors).
• Enforce safety policies for metal AM post-processing (powders, fumes, sharp edges, lockout/tagout, machine guarding, ergonomics).
• Sustain 5S/visual management and ensure compliance with procedures, work instructions, and certifications (e.g., ISO/AS quality systems).
• Stage additive manufactured (AM) hardware for outplant processing, collaborating with material handlers, shipping, and receiving teams to coordinate expedited (HOT) shipments and ensure timely delivery.
• Coordinate with external vendors to resolve certification requirements and purchase order (PO) discrepancies, maintaining accurate documentation and compliance standards.
• Perform comprehensive quality control activities including visual inspections, surface finish evaluations, scrap hardware, and complex borescope operations to ensure parts meet specifications.
• Demonstrate understanding of end-to-end manufacturing processes from raw material procurement through inventory management, with ability to identify and propose process improvements.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and tracking systems for AM components.
• Support non-conformance reporting and corrective action processes.
• Collaborate with engineering teams on design feedback and manufacturability assessments.
• Ensure compliance with aerospace quality standards (AS9100, etc.).
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and lean manufacturing practices.
• Provide technical support for production issues and troubleshooting.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 5+ years' hands-on experience in manufacturing operations.
• 1-3+ years leading technicians or machinists on off-shift operations (C/D or equivalent), or in a lead/supervisor capacity.
• Proficiency reading engineering drawings and interpreting GD&T experience with in-process inspection and documentation.
• Working knowledge of EDMs, bandsaws, and basic machining practices; familiarity with tensile specimen preparation is a plus.
• Strong communication, prioritization, and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced, safety-critical environment.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs; comfortable using PPE and operating in a metal AM post-processing environment.
• Willingness to work nights/weekends and overtime as needed to support schedule.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with metal AM materials/processes.
• Prior ownership of cell metrics (throughput, FPY, scrap/rework, cycle time, OTD) with demonstrated improvements.
• Familiarity with AS9100 or similar quality systems.
• Lean/continuous improvement experience (5S, standard work, kaizen, visual management).
• Ability to obtain a forklift certification.

Base Pay Range for: WA applicants is $113,158.00 - $158,420.85

Other site ranges may differ

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

• 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

• Benefits include: 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.

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.

Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation

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