Skin Fabrication Process Mechanic

Boeing; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 29,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Spirit AeroSystems in Wichita, KS, is hiring for a manufacturing support role. The position involves using hand and power tools, performing inspection and maintenance tasks, and following prints, sketches, and specifications to ensure quality production.

Responsibilities include cross-training to inspect products and support continuous flow, with the potential to work various shifts. Eligible employees may participate in benefits under the company’s total rewards program.

Qualifications

• Must be respirator certified or able to obtain certification.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs and stand 7+ hours.
• Willingness to work any shift, including alternating weeks.

Responsibilities

• Use hand tools, power tools, air tools and computers to complete work.
• Perform any pickup, rework and incorporation of changes to the product as required.
• Work from prints, sketches, specifications and written/verbal information.
• Maintain certifications, licenses or permits as required to perform work.
• Utilize precision measuring equipment for self-inspection of in-process and finished work.
• Perform routine minor machine maintenance as part of daily duties.
• Move product within the manufacturing area and to the next operation.
• Support the continuous flow of product by training and assisting teammates.
• Be cross-trained to inspect product and become SIA qualified.

Skills

Respirator certified

Lift up to 50 lbs

Stand 7+ hours

Shift flexibility

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

This role is at Spirit AeroSystems, Inc. a wholly owned subsidiary of The Boeing Company, supporting Spirit’s Commercial Business Units(“Spirit Commercial”). Spirit Commercial designs and builds commercial aerostructures, including for Boeing Commercial Airplanes, one of Boeing’s three business units and the premier manufacturer of commercial jetliners for decades. Spirit Commercial’s core products include fuselages, pylons, nacelles and wing components, with a focus on innovative composite and aluminum manufacturing solutions.

Position Responsibilities

The Company will provide appropriate job training to enable employees to perform all necessary job functions following: developing new and improved methods of production, multi-tasking and multi-machine operation.

• Use hand equipment (e.g hand tools, power tools, air tools and computers) needed to complete/process work assignments
• Perform any pickup, rework and incorporation of changes to the product as required
• Work from prints, sketches, specification and written/verbal information
• Maintain certifications, qualification, licenses or permits as required to perform work
• Utilize precision measuring equipment (calipers, scales, etc) to perform self -inspection of in-process and finished work
• Perform routine minor machine and Total Preventative maintenance as part of daily work duties (e.g replacing filters, bulbs and maintaining machine lubricant/coolant levels)
• Routinely move product within manufacturing the immediate manufacturing work area and on occasion, move product to the next operation within a building
• Support the continuous flow of product within the manufacturing process by training and assisting team members of the same or lower classification
• Ability to be cross-trained to inspect product and become SIA qualified

Location

Wichita, KS

Other Responsibilities

Perform fabrication support activities including:

• Masking hardware for subsequent processing
• Loading/unloading/hanging hardware for chemical applications
• Deburr
• Hand finishing
• Light hand forming

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

• Ability to be respirator certified.
• Ability to push, pull, and lift up to 50lbs.
• Ability to stand for 7+ hours per day.
• All applicants must be willing and able to work any shift, including alternative work weeks.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to identify material defects
• Experience with hand tools and power tools

Union

This is a union-represented position.

Drug Free Workplace

We are 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.

Pay & Benefits

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.

We also provide 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

$21.39/hour, with potential to earn up to $35.50/hour in accordance with the terms of the relevant collective bargaining agreement.

Kansas Tax Credit

Join Spirit AeroSystems’ Kansas team and you may be eligible for a $5,000 state of Kansas Aviation tax credit for up to five years. Click here for more information on the tax credit.

Export Control Requirements

Export Control Requirements: This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R.

• 120.15 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.