As a Setup Person for Powered Hand Tools, you will maintain and manage the functionality of tools, assist production teams, and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
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.
Boeing Commercial Airplanes is excited to offer opportunities for a Setup Person Powered Hand Tools to join our Materials Management & Tooling team in Portland, Oregon.
As a Setup Person for Powered Hand Tools, you will be essential in ensuring the highest standards of quality and safety in our operations. Your expertise will be critical in analyzing work requirements, prioritizing tasks, and implementing processes that enhance efficiency. You will be responsible for cleaning, setting up, and maintaining a variety of specialized external tools, ensuring they function properly and meet Boeing specifications. Your attention to detail will be vital as you perform visual and functional checks on tools, troubleshoot any issues, and manage inventory effectively. Additionally, you will assist production teams in selecting the appropriate power equipment for various jobs, ensuring that all tools are in optimal condition for safe operation.
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:
Physical Demands and Potential Hazards:
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:
Preferred Qualifications:
Conflict of Interest:
Successful candidates for this position must successfully complete the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.
Typical Education & Experience:
High school graduate or GED preferred.
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.
Union Representation Statement:
This is an hourly position governed by the International Association of Machinists (IAM-751) Collective Bargaining agreement.
Shift Work Statement:
This position is for 2nd shift
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: $26.32/hour, with potential to earn up to $56.36/hour in accordance with the terms of the relevant collective bargaining agreement.
Applications for this position will be accepted until Jan. 27, 2026
Language Requirements
English Preferred
Relocation
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.
Visa Sponsorship
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
Shift
This position is for 2nd shift
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.
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.
Boeing Commercial Airplanes is excited to offer opportunities for a Setup Person Powered Hand Tools to join our Materials Management & Tooling team in Portland, Oregon.
As a Setup Person for Powered Hand Tools, you will be essential in ensuring the highest standards of quality and safety in our operations. Your expertise will be critical in analyzing work requirements, prioritizing tasks, and implementing processes that enhance efficiency. You will be responsible for cleaning, setting up, and maintaining a variety of specialized external tools, ensuring they function properly and meet Boeing specifications. Your attention to detail will be vital as you perform visual and functional checks on tools, troubleshoot any issues, and manage inventory effectively. Additionally, you will assist production teams in selecting the appropriate power equipment for various jobs, ensuring that all tools are in optimal condition for safe operation.
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 work in the area, determine priorities, and sequence tasks based on customer requirements.
- Develop, update, and implement processes and procedures as required.
- Clean, set up, maintain, and perform minor repairs on specialized external tools per Boeing specifications and Hole Set-up Pre-Sheets (HPSS).
- Clean and adjust sealing equipment to ensure proper functionality.
- Perform visual and functional checks on tools and accessories, inspecting for damage.
- Select, install, and adjust cutting tools, bushings, guides, and locators for powered hand tools, and load program information using precision measuring tools.
- Investigate and troubleshoot power tool problems to determine causes of malfunctions and recommend improvements.
- Receive tools, equipment, and supplies to support the shop, logging in receivables using various computer programs.
- Assist production in determining the correct power equipment for jobs and conduct necessary tests.
- Manage inventory of tools, shop supplies, and materials, auditing periodically for accuracy.
- Arrange for the loan of tools and equipment as required.
- Send power tools to the tool repair area for maintenance and repair of internal drive and feed mechanisms.
- Use and update various information systems to perform assigned tasks and maintain thorough inventory recording and control systems.
- Inspect the contents of toolboxes.
- Train and assist other employees with functions, methods, and procedures by sharing information and answering questions.
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:
- 1+ year of experience working with precision measuring tools.
- 1+ year of experience working with powered hand tools.
- 1+ years of experience as a machinist, mechanic or other mechanical aptitudes.
- 1+ years of experience working with detailed work instructions or reading and interpreting blueprints and drawings.
- 1+ years of experience working with safety and quality processes and procedures
- Experience working with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
- Possess a valid driver's license.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in Inventory Management
Conflict of Interest:
Successful candidates for this position must successfully complete the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.
Typical Education & Experience:
High school graduate or GED preferred.
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.
Union Representation Statement:
This is an hourly position governed by the International Association of Machinists (IAM-751) Collective Bargaining agreement.
Shift Work Statement:
This position is for 2nd shift
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: $26.32/hour, with potential to earn up to $56.36/hour in accordance with the terms of the relevant collective bargaining agreement.
Applications for this position will be accepted until Jan. 27, 2026
Language Requirements
English Preferred
Relocation
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.
Visa Sponsorship
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
Shift
This position is for 2nd shift
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.
Top Skills
MS Office
Powered Hand Tools
Precision Measuring Tools
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