CNC Programmer/Machinist

CNC Programmer/Machinist

Your future starts here! Earn $100K per year or more in total compensation! We are a premier aerospace manufacturer in Tacoma, and we are seeking an experienced CNC Programmer/Machinist to join our team. Come create a lasting career at General Plastics Manufacturing Company – not just another job! We are seeking a CNC Programmer with strong Machinist skills and the ability to utilize Mastercam. The ideal candidate has 10 years' experience in the industry, with at least 5 doing setup and 5 doing programming. We work with Haas and CMS machines and with Haas and Fanuc controls.

What you will do:

• Write programs in Mastercam for complete parts including fixture, jigs, tools, and work-aids for any setups required.
• Ability to operate all machines with minimal direction
• Run multiple CNC machines simultaneously
• Ability to edit CNC programs at the machine or with CAM programming
• Experience and familiarity with 3, 4, and 5 axis machines
• Review all engineering, work instructions and affiliated tooling for clarity and quality
• Work well with CNC team members
• Experience with set up and precision hand tools
• Demonstrated ability with completing work orders and meeting stringent customer timelines
• Self-motivated with excellent time management skills
• Must have experience with aerospace components

Requirements:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience setting up with 3, 4, and 5 axis machines
• Minimum of 5 years of experience with programming using Mastercam
• Experienced with Haas and Fanuc
• Excellent mechanical aptitude
• Knowledgeable about CNC maintenance and all equipment capabilities
• Must have a high school diploma or GED
• Excellent print reading skills and interpreting GD&T per ASME Y14.5M-1994, or later, standard.
• Must be able to receive and interpret instructions and directions from supervisors and peers
• Must demonstrate good judgment to perform the job correctly and safely
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Experience machining plastics or composites strongly preferred

Physical requirements:

The physical demand for this position requires the employee to be physically capable of working in a variety of environments and weather. Physical activities include standing, walking, sitting, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, twisting, turning, bending, climbing stairs, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and reaching.

• Sitting 30 % of time
• Standing 50 % of time
• Walking 20 % of time
• Lifting 2 - 75 lbs. Various types of components, tools, and equipment.
• Carrying 2 - 50 lbs. Various types of components, tools, and equipment.
• Pushing 2 - 100 lbs. Various types of components, tools, and equipment.
• Pulling 2 - 100 lbs. Various types of components, tools, and equipment
• Finger dexterity – the ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble very small objects.
• Arm-hand steadiness – the ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position.

Schedule:

Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM–2:30 PM

What we have to offer:

Your innovation and hard work can help our team create some of the most unique high-performance plastic products for emerging markets, and long-term customers in the country. As a result, you'll find one of the best compensation, benefits, and advancement programs in the industry.

We're looking for energetic, motivated people with a "can-do" attitude and a desire to work "smart." If you are a person with a strong work ethic who enjoys the chance to excel in a positive, team-oriented setting, you'll find General Plastics to be a rewarding environment.

Our total compensation package is beyond the industry average, and you can easily earn $100K or more per year:

• Pay starts between $30 - $40 per hour, depending on experience
• Profit-sharing bonus program paid 3 times per year
• Outstanding Platinum Health Care Benefits including zero premium for medical and vision for entire family & zero premiums for dental for employees with $10 medical co-pays
• Company matched 401K up to 8% of your total earning for the year!
• Employee Assistance Plan
• We encourage healthy eating and subsidize lunchroom food/beverage costs
• Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Accounts available
• Generous earned time off plan starts at 20 days of leave per year
• 9 paid holidays

ITAR – US PERSONS STATUS:

Due to General Plastics' participation in the defense industry, International Traffic in Arms (ITAR) requires that access to sensitive information and material pertaining to defense and military related technologies may only be accessed, viewed, or shared by US persons as defined by law. A "US Person" can be a US citizen, a lawful permanent legal resident, or an individual who has been admitted as a refugee or asylee.

Company EEO Statement:

General Plastics is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

Should you have a disability that requires assistance and/or reasonable accommodation with the job application process, please contact the Human Resources department at View phone number on click.appcast.io.

Drug and alcohol-free workplace:

General Plastics is a Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace, and both post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, PCP, opioids, amphetamines, and alcohol when criteria are met as outlined in our company policies. We are a federal contractor, and we test for marijuana.