Tool and Fixture Tow Team Lead

Tool and Fixture Tow Team Lead

Company:

The Boeing Company

Boeing Commercial Airplanes (BCA) is currently seeking a Tool & Fixture Specialist (Tow Team Lead) to join the team in North Charleston, South Carolina.

The Team Lead will be responsible for, but not limited to, performing tasks in the following areas; pre-shift planning, crew meetings, team status updates, labor loss, production control, training, process improvement and Lean/BPS. The expectation is to carry out the responsibilities of the role on a daily basis while living and instilling the Boeing values aligned with the Boeing priorities.

Position Responsibilities:

• Performs complex tool setup activities (e.g., alignment, leveling, logistics)

• Performs visual inspections on tools using appropriate documentation

• Manufactures assembly and fabrication tools using various manual and computer-controlled machines, hand tools and precision alignment equipment

• Operates various factory support equipment to move materials and tools as required

• Provides tooling support to other organizations

• Designs various part fabrication and assembly tools per part engineering drawings or customer requests to enable production using computer or paper tool design processes

• Determines fabrication and assembly processes for the design

• Resolves problems with tool to produce acceptable parts and assemblies

• Carry out duties and responsibilities necessary to conduct safe movement and execution of aircraft, major body sections, tools, and equipment

• Building team capability and a healthy team environment

• Planning and administering work assignments and resources

• Continually improving team performance

• Facilitating communication and information sharing and assisting team members in accomplishing their work

This position is expected to be 100% onsite.  The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Basic/Required Skills (Required Skills/Experience):

• 1+ years of experience in the Velocity system

• 1+ years of experience reading and interpreting drawings or blueprints

• 1+ years of 787 Operations experience

• 1+ years of aircraft towing experience

• 1+ years of experience in Microsoft Office

• Valid state issued drivers license

 Preferred Skills (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Prior experience in a leadership role

• Experience operating Large Cargo Transporters and rack operating system at BSC

• Knowledgeable of the Action Request system

• Proficient in the logistics of BSC towing locations

Conflict of Interest

Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.

Relocation:  

This position does not offer relocation. 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.

Shift:

This position is second shift.

Total Rewards:

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. 

Summary pay range: $69,300 - 73,000​

Language Requirements:

Not Applicable

Education:

Not Applicable

Relocation:

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.