2nd Shift CNC/Manual Machinist — ESOP Culture & Growth

01 Hypertherm, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Collaborative, 100% employee-owned

Profit-Sharing and ESOP

Community Service Time (5 days/year)

Environmental stewardship

Job summary

Hypertherm Associates in Kent, WA is seeking a Machine Operator to join our Kent, Washington manufacturing team supporting our Waterjet product line. You will set up and operate manual and CNC machines, produce high‑quality components, and participate in lean manufacturing initiatives on the 2nd shift.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years of hands‑on machining experience, reading drawings, and strong math skills. Base pay ranges from $25 to $30 per hour with benefits and a collaborative culture.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of hands‑on experience setting up and operating manual and CNC machines.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and use precision measuring tools.
• Strong math and shop arithmetic ability.
• Clear communication and ability to work fixed 2nd‑shift schedule.

Responsibilities

• Producing high‑quality components that meet exacting standards while supporting reliable production flow on 2nd shift.
• Set up and operate manual and CNC machining equipment to produce parts that meet quality, performance, and safety standards.
• Perform machining, assembly, and basic packaging operations as required.
• Use precision measurement tools to verify part conformance and dimensional accuracy.
• Make routine machine adjustments and support basic troubleshooting to reduce downtime.
• Follow work instructions, setup sheets, engineering drawings, and safety requirements.
• Participate in lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, and efficiency.
• Collaborate with teammates and shift leadership to meet daily production priorities.

Skills

Machining operations

Reading drawings

Mathematical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Hypertherm Associates in Kent, WA is seeking a Machine Operator to join our Kent, Washington manufacturing team supporting our Waterjet product line. You will set up and operate manual and CNC machines, produce high‑quality components, and participate in lean manufacturing initiatives on the 2nd shift.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years of hands‑on machining experience, reading drawings, and strong math skills. Base pay ranges from $25 to $30 per hour with benefits and a collaborative culture.