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Skin Fabrication Process Mechanic

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Boeing

Wichita, KS (In Person)

$59,165 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 1 week ago (Updated 4 days ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 8/3/2026

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Job Description

Skin Fabrication Process Mechanic Boeing - 3.9 Wichita, KS Job Details $21.39 - $35.50 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Health savings account Disability insurance Health insurance Flexible spending account Tuition reimbursement Adoption assistance 401(k) matching Qualifications Manufacturing equipment maintenance Mechanical blueprint interpretation Measurement-based inspection Defect detection (quality control) Finished product defect inspection Mechanical fabrication Masking (surface preparation method) Unloading Moving Mid-level Dimensional measurements Parts drawings Production in-process inspection Team training Precision measurement in machining Power tools Metal forming fabrication Manufacturing Hand tools Filter replacement Machine finishing Full Job Description 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:
Location :
Wichita, KS 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
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
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. Your Benefits No matter where you are in life, our benefits help prepare you for the present and the future. Generous company match to your 401(k). Industry-leading tuition assistance program pays your institution directly. Fertility, adoption, and surrogacy benefits. Up to $10,000 gift match when you support your favorite nonprofit organizations. These programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other conditions, which may differ for employees of certain subsidiaries or business units, or union-represented employees depending on bargaining agreement terms. If this information conflicts with the program documents, the latter shall control. This material is informational only.