Entry Level Cnc Machine Setup Jobs in Olympia, WA

JOB TITLE:  CNC MACHINIST

REPORTS TO:  OPERATIONS MANAGER - MACHINING

JOB CLASSIFICATION:   NON-EXEMPT

JOB STATUS:   FULL-TIME

JOB PURPOSE:  

Safely integrate knowledge, experience, collaborative approach and positive work ethic as a CNC Machinist in both our metal and plastics division. Understand and conform to relevant areas of the quality manual, quality procedures and training.

Combining technical skills with attention to detail, making quality personal and going the extra mile to produce high-precision parts is a consistent part of what you do.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 

 MACHINIST 1

• Job Traveler Orders:
  • Read to understand work orders.
  • Inspect materials, equipment, tools, and machines prior to beginning work; if nonconformance present, work to resolve in timeliest possible fashion.
  • Advise supervisor when inventory or maintenance is impacted.
• Properly select and use manual mills, lathes, drills, and other equipment according to on-site training.
• Safely set-up (installing tools, fixtures, and materials) and operate 3, 4, & 5 axis vertical and horizontal CNC Mills.
• Independently selects and loads appropriate programs from network.
• Understand and edit G code and M code in programs.
• Execute precision machining according to customer specifications and work order instructions.
• Produce and inspect finished products to ensure they meet quality standards; adjust as needed to maintain accuracy and precision.
• Read blueprints, engineering drawings, specifications, and interpret GD&T.
• Use micrometers, calipers, bore gages, height gage.
• Able to use basic math, geometry and trigonometry.
• Maintains specifications by taking measurements; detecting malfunctions; troubleshooting processes; adjusting and reprogramming; replacing worn tools; adhering to quality assurance procedures and processes.
• Maintain awareness about cutting tool malfunctions, burr development, chip evacuation and coolant flow problems. Report areas of concern to the Shop Foreman.
• Keep an accurate count of good and rejected product
• Leave detailed tie-ins for shift operators to effectively continue production.
• Operate an overhead crane and drive a forklift.
• Accurately report daily time allocation in shop ERP system.
• Communicate with coworkers – ask questions, share information, be clear on expectations, listen, and assume positive intent.

MACHINIST 2

• Successfully performed all duties and possesses all skills of the Machinist 1 position.
• Journeyman-level experience in CNC machine setup and operation. Must have the ability to independently and efficiently set up and operate any CNC machine in the facility without assistance.
• Journeyman-level experience reading, understanding, and editing CNC code.
• Journeyman-level experience reading and understanding customer engineering and GD&T
• Expertise in using a variety precision measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, depth micrometers, pin-gauges, air gauges, height gauges and comparators to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished work piece by using sequence of operations and set-up requirements from drawings, work orders and verbal instructions.

MACHINIST LEAD

 A Machinist Lead is a skilled machinist who oversees the operation of machines, tools, and equipment in the Machining Department. They also train and mentor other machinists, troubleshoot problems, and ensure quality and safety standards. 

• Successfully performed all duties and possesses all skills of the Machinists 1 and 2 positions.
• This team member should be the SME in the shop and can lead by example.
• Perform value-added operations to achieve shop KPI’s.
• Keep accurate records of time allocated per job.
• Drive workflow and report performance to Shop Foreman
• Serve as backup to Shop Foreman, as directed.
• Be proactive in solving production problems using a scalable, common-sense approach.
• Produce conforming product based on work instructions, engineering, and quality requirements.
• Inspect parts for conformance to print and traveler requirements and make recommendations for improvements when needed.
• Maintain accurate inventory of manufacturing.
• Performing routine checks and basic repairs/adjustments to ensure the machine operates efficiently.

Authority:

• Determine product defects or out of tolerance condition, notify quality and/or programming to have product corrected or production stopped if defects exist.
• Train apprentices
• Ability to do first part inspect for jobs for others within their area.
• Verifies conformance of finished work piece to specifications per SOP set forth in our BMS.
• Confers with lead or supervisor to resolve machining problems and have the ability to communicate concerns with programming or maintenance.
• Mentors all employees in the machining profession with the willingness to further their education in technological advances.
• Ensures the adherence to company safety and health standards, policies and procedures by monitoring personnel, machinery and work environment.

NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Work closely with CNC Programmers, other CNC Machinists, CNC Operators, and team members from other departments to ensure production workflow is maintained.
• Strong record keeping, time logs, quantity, quality (conditions – accept/reject), detailed tie-ins, etc.
• Perform daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning and maintenance routines.
• Pallet jack operator (open to being trained).

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Priorities: Safety, Preparedness, Quality, & Success.
• Problem Solver: Troubleshoot & Address issues
• Focused on Details
• Adaptable/Flexible
• Effective communication:
  • Able to read and write English.
  • Able to keep accurate quantity records.
  • Able to perform basic math (addition, subtraction, multiplication and division).
• Basic computer skills, Mastercam and Esprit experience a plus.
• Manual dexterity to handle parts and fixturing.
• Team oriented.
• Efficient and action driven.
• Motivated self-starter.
• Dependable with reliable attendance.
• Able to stand for 10 to 12 hours.
• Able to lift 50 pounds.
• Able to see with 20/20 vision to assess cosmetic requirements.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

  MACHINIST 1

• A minimum of 1 years’ experience as a Machinist (Required).
• Graduate from a Machinist Technical Education or Apprenticeship Program (or equivalent work experience – 4+ years) (Preferred).
• Manual Machining experience (Preferred).
• Contract Manufacturing experience (Preferred).
• Aerospace OEM experience (Preferred).
• High School Diploma or Equivalent

  MACHINIST 2

• Must meet education and experience requirements of Machinist 1.
• 3+ years of CNC Machinist experience (Required).
• Manual Machining experience (Required).
• Basic CNC Programming experience (Preferred).

  MACHINIST LEAD

• Must meet education and experience requirements of Machinist 1 and 2.
• Manual Machining experience (Required).
• Intermediate CNC Programming experience (Preferred).
• Experience in a contract manufacturing organization (Required).
• Prior experience in a lead role, guiding and training team members in a machine shop (Preferred).
• CNC Machining: minimum 5 years (Required).
• 5-Axis Machining: minimum 2 years (Required).

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly is required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; balance; stoop; talk and hear. The employee will occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment:

Work Environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be borne by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work is performed in a factory/controlled environment.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but may be loud.  Hearing protection is available and encouraged.

CONTACT:

• 253-473-2740
• 4315 S Adams St. Tacoma, WA 98409
• Rev. 1.2025