Craftsman Machinist

CNC Machinist

We are seeking a skilled CNC Machinist to join our Pullman, WA based Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) Machining team. Experience level will determine job title.

In this position, you will not only be programming, setting up, operating, and inspecting parts for CNC mills and lathes but also have the opportunity to assist with team training and development and support continuous improvement projects. The SEL Machine Shop supports a wide range of internal customers, producing low- to high-complexity parts from materials that range from soft plastics, composites, hardened tool steel, and others, as requested. We are looking for a talented CNC Machinist with programming experience who fits the technical role and our SEL values as outlined in our Principles of Operation. The ideal candidate will be an excellent problem solver, self-driven to improve in their craft, and excited about learning a broad range of machining skills and technologies.

As a CNC Machinist, a typical day might include the following:

• Using manual and CNC machining equipment to produce parts of moderate complexity under limited supervision.
• Performing preventive maintenance on shop equipment.
• Creating moderate to complex CNC programs with a CAD/CAM system.
• Providing design feedback and training to engineering and other staff on basic to moderate design projects.
• Adhering to all shop safety procedures.

This job might be for you if:

• You have two years of trade school or equivalent experience
• You have four years of machinist experience
• You can read and interpret moderate to complex blueprints
• You can write and read CNC programs in G&M code
• You can create basic CAD/CAM programs

Physical Requirements:

• Lift and maneuver 40 pounds
• Pull weight from high/low shelves
• Reach
• Bend
• Grip
• Twist
• Sit and/or stand at least 8 hours
• Fine finger dexterity

Competitive pay. Superior benefits. Inspiring work.

People are at the core of our company and we hire employee-owners. We welcome you to learn more about how we support employees.

• We're 100% employee owned. Retirement benefits include an employer funded stock ownership plan (ESOP) and personal 401(k) options.
• We offer top tier medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• We recognize the importance of a healthy life balance and offer: 10 paid holidays, annual vacation accrual starting at 12 days, 9 paid sick days, and paid family and medical leave that covers 90% of your pay.
• We foster growth and development of our employees through avenues such as STEM courses, apprenticeships, tuition assistance, and engineering development programs.
• Ask our team about other benefits including wellness, fertility, adoption, and flexible spending benefits.

New hires generally start between $24.53-$36.26 per hour. We base our starting pay offer on location and job-related factors such as candidate experience, training, knowledge, and skills. Our salary ranges are determined by job, responsibility, and location.

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SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.