Machine Shop Helper - Weekend Shift

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 diverse team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight! 

We are a diverse team of collaborators, doers, and problem-solvers who are relentlessly committed to a culture of safety. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable space flight. Join us in lowering the cost of access to space and enabling Blue Origin’s vision of millions of people living and working in space to benefit Earth.

As part of a small, passionate and accomplished team of experts, you will help in the manufacturing process of flight vehicle components for various spaceflight systems. You will share in the team’s impact on all aspects of aerospace manufacturing while working with the team to keep the shop functioning at a high level. This in turn will keep the team producing accurate components enabling first article success on tight tolerance high value parts.

We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required!

Responsibilities
• Review planning/engineering, work instructions and tooling to verify appropriate work process and quality requirements before starting job.
• Perform accurate and timely completion of all job order documentation and associated paperwork, part counts, tie-in information, etc.
• Deburr, polish, grind, sand, and clean parts.
• Provide other help around shop, such as sweeping/mopping, taking out trash, etc.
• Shop Maintenance Duties including checking coolant levels, empty chip barrels from machines.
• Utilize hand tools and small power tools, safely remove burrs and create edge breaks.
• Assist in using equipment such as; Band Saws, Drill Press, Forklift etc.
• Perform general machine maintenance, such as coolant maintenance, adding oil, clearing of chips, etc.
• Sufficient shop-mathematical-ability to take measurements, cut required dimensions, etc. Strong "hands on" ability required.
• Work with team members and others using Lean/Continuous Improvement processes to develop and apply process improvements that positively impact operations by reducing waste, reducing safety risks and improving quality.
• Perform other tasks as directed by Supervision/Management including but not limited to assisting non-production plant and administrative tasks.

Qualifications
• Experience in an aerospace manufacturing facility preferred.
• Experience with pencil, orbital and angle grinders.
• Able to perform mid-level math skills efficiently and accurately (including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division using whole numbers, fraction and decimals).
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as work orders, drawings, internal and customer specifications, manuals, and safety regulations.
• Ability to utilize interpersonal and communication techniques, working in a team environment, and dealing with a wide variety of personalities and communication styles.
• Basic knowledge of inspection equipment such as; calipers, micrometers, and depth gauges.
• Familiar with use of personal computers.
• Self-motivation and ability to prioritize projects to meet completion dates.
• Must be physically able to climb ladders, stairs, work in small/restricted areas, and lift and carry 25 lbs.
• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion.
• 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.

Desired
• Experience deburring.
• Experience operating heavy lifting equipment such as cranes and forklifts.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to adapt to change (positive or negative).
• Ability to accept criticism and deal calmly and effectively with stressful situations.

Don’t meet every single requirement? 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 a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Inclusivity 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 a diverse, inclusive, and 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.

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.

Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.

Discretionary bonus: Bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results.

Eligibility for benefits varies by role type, please check with your recruiter for a comprehensive list of the benefits available for this role.

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, diverse, 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, in which all employees recognize and appreciate the diversity of individual team members. 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, gender, 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 “EEO Is the Law,” please see here.

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