Apprentice Program Jobs in Puyallup, WA (NOW HIRING)

Job Description
At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We're committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that's welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.
The Boeing Company has an exciting opportunity, through our IAM/Boeing Joint Apprenticeship Program, for Manufacturing Machinist Apprenticeship in the Puget Sound region in Washington State!
This comprehensive 4-year training program consists of 8,000 hours of paid on-the-job training and essential classroom education, designed to equip you with the skills needed to excel as a manufacturing machinist. You will attend school for a minimum of 144 unpaid hours per school year, registered through a local Community and Technical College. Your wages as an apprentice will be defined in Article 17 of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the International Association of Machinists District 751 and The Boeing Company, with progression to a higher wage step for every 1,000 hours of recorded on-the-job training until completion. Upon graduation from the apprenticeship, you will be placed in the target job at the maximum rate and receive a journey-worker certificate and card recognized worldwide.
Apprentices will learn the following tasks to become proficient as a journey-level graduate of the program: Set up and operate various conventional and numerical control machine tools to fabricate close tolerance, high quality parts from metals, plastics, and composite materials, often in a cellular manufacturing environment. In addition to machine training, the Manufacturing Machinist apprenticeship includes use of precision measuring tools, trade related bench work, inspection, numerical machine programming, heat treat, layout operations, tool grinding, and machine related processes.
Applicants should have a strong willingness and aptitude for learning, problem solving, and judgement, as well as a mindset for continuous improvement.
Application Instructions:
Review the PrepPack (link below) to confirm you meet apprenticeship minimum qualifications and for additional information.
To ensure your application is complete, all required assessments and courses must be finalized before submitting your application.
Documentation: When requested, provide documentation for all completed courses, test challenges, certificates, and degree programs.
Eligibility: Applicants must be at least 18 years of age; must be eligible for hire or rehire at Boeing; must never have been enrolled in or completed an IAM/Boeing Joint Apprenticeship program; must have a GED or a high school diploma; and must have US person status as defined by Boeing.
Proficiency in English & Math must be verified through the following:

• Completion of English 99 or higher OR a college placement test with results and placement into English 101 or higher.

• Completion of Intermediate Algebra in the last 5 years OR a college placement test with results and placement into Precalculus, Trigonometry or higher.

*Placement tests must have been taken in the last 5 years.
**We do not accept self-placement tests.
Apprenticeship Minimum Qualifications can be met by one of the two ways listed below and verified via transcripts, certifications/degrees and resume.
Vocational courses:

• Basic Blueprint Reading or equivalent
• Basic Precision Measuring Tools or equivalent
• Milling Machine: Conventional or CNC
• Lathe: Conventional or CNC

1-year work experience in similar field below:

• Boring Mills (Vertical, Horizontal)
• Computer Numerical Control
• Drills (Radial, Press, NC)
• Grinding (Internal, External, Surface, Thread)
• Heat Treat
• Jig Bore, Jig Grinder
• Lathes (Conventional, NC, CNC, Turret)
• Layout (Conventional, CMM)
• Mills (Conventional, NC, CNC, Profile)
• Tool Grind

Additional information Links: Apprenticeship External WebSite , Standards of Apprenticeship , Prep Pack .
Target Job Responsibilities:

• Work with and interpret prints, sketches, diagrams, specifications, verbal information, handbook formulas, job layouts, etc., and use shop mathematics including trigonometry and geometry.
• Perform layout necessary to accomplish own work assignment.
• Perform assembly work and surface finishing as required.
• Use and operate all precision measuring instruments and various methods necessary to complete and check own work assignment. Provide part quality information and statistics as required.
• Select proper tools, fixtures, machine attachments, equipment, etc., necessary to complete work assignment.
• Prepare and adjustments as required to ensure proper machine operation.
• Monitor machining system operations including electrical/electronic and mechanical diagnostics and cutter, probe, and sensor data and make appropriate adjustments.
• May include programming and operation of NC and CNC machines.

Physical Demands and Potential Hazards:

• Perform physical tasks that include lifting weights ranging from 10-15 lbs to 15-35 lbs.
• Engage in various movements such as reaching, handling, turning, twisting, lifting, lowering, climbing, balancing, bending, kneeling, crouching, and squatting.
• Work in environments that may involve contact with metals, solvents, and coolants.
• Operate in proximity to moving parts and tools, sharp cutters, and potential slipping hazards.
• Adapt to varying noise levels and atmospheric conditions.
• Utilize personal safety gear to protect face/eyes, hands/arms, and feet while performing job duties.

This position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a "US Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 is required. "US Person" includes US Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.
This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.
Basic Qualifications/Requirements:

• Experience doing jobs or tasks where you had to apply Math skills such as: Algebra, geometry and/or trigonometry.
• Experience reading engineering blueprints and drawings.
• Experience working with precision measuring tools.
• Experience operating manual mill and manual lathe machines.
• Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English.

Education & Experience:
High School Graduate or the equivalent. Proof of successful completion is required.
Relocation:
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position. 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 Work Statement:
This position is for shift 1; however, it may require some training on shift 2.
Other Relevant Information & Requirements:
This is an hourly position governed by the IAM Collective Bargaining agreement.
Total Rewards & Pay Transparency:
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.
Pay Rate : $45.65
Applications for this position will be accepted until Sept. 11, 2026
Language Requirements
English Preferred
Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent Required
Relocation
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.
Visa Sponsorship
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
Shift
This position is for 1st shift
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.