Production Machine Operator 2 (Spokane Valley)

Wagstaff manufactures equipment for aluminum producers, who process formed aluminum into parts and products you use every day.

Pay: $23.00 - $28.00 *depending on experience

As an employee of Wagstaff, you’ll enjoy:

Paid non-working holidays

Monthly, site-wide BBQs

Up to 8% retirement contribution

Annual bonus program

1200 Sqft onsite gym, accessible 24/hrs a day

Family-friendly, company-wide events

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Job Summary

Set up and operate production machines, CNC and/or manual, in order to produce parts that meet specifications for finished products or downstream manufacturing processes.

Primary Job Responsibilities

• Setup and operate production machines, CNC plasma and/or manual torches, and large vertical bandsaw, in accordance with documented procedures
• Identify product/process improvements and participate with co-workers to implement these improvements
• Operate machines using best and safe practices
• Must produce parts within required tolerances
• Function as a team member and support other teams
• Willingness to cross train on other machines as required
• Follow documented processes 
• Maintain a high degree of quality
• Maintain required and accurate paperwork
• Housekeeping/maintenance of work area and machinery 
• In order to achieve business objectives, work weeks in excess of 40 hours may be required
• Abide by company policies
• Other duties as assigned

• High School diploma or GED
• Minimum of five (5) years experience operating production machines in a manufacturing environment
• May substitute two (2) years experience for accredited trade or vocational machining certificate
• May substitute three (3) years experience for an Associate of Arts Degree in Machining Technology
• Ability to interpret mechanical drawings for proper applications of tolerances, fit, and process control
• Experience in the setup and operation of multiple types of production machinery
• Familiar with maintenance of production machinery
• Experience/training in the proper use of precision measuring instruments such as calipers or micrometers

Working Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be exposed to moving mechanical parts, machinery and equipment, and vibration. The employee may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals. While performing some job duties, there is a risk of electrical shock and other risks associated with a manufacturing environment. Job duties may require work in high, precarious places, work in outside weather conditions, and exposure to extreme temperatures in some cases. The noise level in the working environment is often loud. Because of this environment and associated risks, use of job appropriate personal protective equipment and clothing is required.

Employment at Wagstaff is dependent on successfully passing a company-paid drug screening and background check upon hire. Benefits eligibility is subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable policies, plans and programs of Wagstaff.

Wagstaff is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.

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Compensation details: 23-28 Hourly Wage

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