Shift Leader – Additive Manufacturing Post-Processing – C Shift
Application close date:
Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.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 team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!
This role is part of Blue Origin Operations, which is comprised of Integrated Supply Chain, Test Operations, Safety, Quality, and Mission Assurance. This includes Manufacturing and Supply Chain support across all Blue Origin facilities.As part of a hardworking team of C & D-shift technicians and machinists you will lead the team in all aspects of Additive Manufacturing Post-Processing, consisting of powder removal, support removal, EDM machining, tensile turning/testing, inspection, and various other tasks related to manufacturing.
- Relocation provided
- Friday - Sunday 5am to 530pm
- Lead and develop a team of post-processing technicians and machinists across the C/D shift; set priorities, assign work, manage break coverage, and ensure safe, compliant operations.
- Coordinate priorities with manufacturing engineers, planners, and quality to meet build plans and promise dates.
- Proactively identify and remove blockers (e.g., nonconformances, stop-work, missing tools/fixtures, document errors).
- Enforce safety policies for metal AM post-processing (powders, fumes, sharp edges, lockout/tagout, machine guarding, ergonomics).
- Sustain 5S/visual management and ensure compliance with procedures, work instructions, and certifications (e.g., ISO/AS quality systems).
- Stage additive manufactured (AM) hardware for outplant processing, collaborating with material handlers, shipping, and receiving teams to coordinate expedited (HOT) shipments and ensure timely delivery
- Coordinate with external vendors to resolve certification requirements and purchase order (PO) discrepancies, maintaining accurate documentation and compliance standards
- Perform comprehensive quality control activities including visual inspections, surface finish evaluations, scrap hardware, and complex borescope operations to ensure parts meet specifications
- Demonstrate understanding of end-to-end manufacturing processes from raw material procurement through inventory management, with ability to identify and propose process improvements
- Maintain accurate inventory records and tracking systems for AM components
- Support non-conformance reporting and corrective action processes
- Collaborate with engineering teams on design feedback and manufacturability assessments
- Ensure compliance with aerospace quality standards (AS9100, etc.)
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and lean manufacturing practices
- Provide technical support for production issues and troubleshooting
- High school diploma or GED.
- 5+ years’ hands-on experience in manufacturing operations
- 1–3+ years leading technicians or machinists on off-shift operations (C/D or equivalent), or in a lead/supervisor capacity.
- Proficiency reading engineering drawings and interpreting GD&T; experience with in-process inspection and documentation.
- Working knowledge of EDMs, bandsaws, and basic machining practices; familiarity with tensile specimen preparation is a plus.
- Strong communication, prioritization, and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced, safety-critical environment.
- Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs; comfortable using PPE and operating in a metal AM post-processing environment.
- Willingness to work nights/weekends and overtime as needed to support schedule.
- 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.
- Experience with metal AM materials/processes
- Prior ownership of cell metrics (throughput, FPY, scrap/rework, cycle time, OTD) with demonstrated improvements.
- Familiarity with AS9100 or similar quality systems.
- Lean/continuous improvement experience (5S, standard work, kaizen, visual management).
- Ability to obtain a forklift certification.
Base Pay Range for:
WA applicants is $113,158.00 - $158,420.85Don’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 an 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.
Description
- High school diploma or GED.
- 5+ years’ hands-on experience in manufacturing operations
- 1–3+ years leading technicians or machinists on off-shift operations (C/D or equivalent), or in a lead/supervisor capacity.
- Proficiency reading engineering drawings and interpreting GD&T; experience with in-process inspection and documentation.
- Working knowledge of EDMs, bandsaws, and basic machining practices; familiarity with tensile specimen preparation is a plus.
- Strong communication, prioritization, and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced, safety-critical environment.
- Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs; comfortable using PPE and operating in a metal AM post-processing environment.
- Willingness to work nights/weekends and overtime as needed to support schedule.
- 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.
- How much does the Shift Leader – Additive Manufacturing Post-Processing – C Shift at Blue Origin pay?
- The posting lists a range of $113K–$158K per year. Ranges reflect what Blue Origin publicly declared on the source posting.
- Where is this Shift Leader – Additive Manufacturing Post-Processing – C Shift role based?
- The role is based in Greater Seattle Area.
- What experience does Blue Origin expect for this role?
- The posting is tagged as a lead-level role, typically 7+ years of experience. Check the requirements section for specifics.
- How was this posting sourced?
- This role was pulled directly from Blue Origin's Workday careers site. Apply links open in the employer's own ATS — no reposts or aggregator middleware.
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