First Line Manufacturing Manager

Boeing Commercial Airplanes (BCA) is currently seeking a First Line Manufacturing Manager (Level K) to join the cutting tool services Tool Grind Team located in Portland, OR 

Our team utilizes Computer Numeric Control (CNC) and manual cutter grinding equipment to fabricate and resharpen cutting tools in support of one of the largest and most advanced machining facilities in the US. The Boeing Portland facility produces some of the most difficult to machine aerospace components in the world. In support of that, our tool grind shop fabricates specialized cutting tools, modifies and resharpens OEM tools and rapidly responds to emergent cutting tool requirements.  

As a leader in our Tool Grind team, you will play an essential role with responsibility for maintaining production across a variety of machine tools and grinding equipment, where precision and attention to detail are paramount. The ideal candidate will combine a strong manufacturing and machining background with a customer service mindset. He or she will demonstrate solid interpersonal skills and an engaged, people focused and trust-based leadership style.   

Position Responsibilities: 

• Lead a team of skilled machinists to fabricate and resharpen cutting tools while maintaining a safe and compliant workspace 

• Engage regularly with internal customers and business partners to ensure the team is supporting their needs 

• Build a team that operates with a high level of trust and teamwork through engagement, follow through, removing roadblocks and meeting the team’s daily needs 

• Develop and train new employees as well as maintaining a robust cross training and skill building plan for entire team 

• Lead through continuously improving processes, performing systematic problem solving and driving a culture of innovation  

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience): 

• 2+ years of work experience as a machinist  

• 2+ years formal leadership experience in a manufacturing environment  

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience): 

• Cutting tool fabrication and regrinding experience a plus 

• Experience as a First Line Leader in a machining and/or tool manufacturing environment  

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. 

Pay & Benefits: 

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 is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.