CNC Machinist

General Plastics Manufacturing Company; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit-Sharing Bonus Program

Excellent health benefits

401K matched up to 8%

Paid holidays and time off

Disability & Life Insurance

Job summary

General Plastics Manufacturing Company in Tacoma seeks an experienced CNC Machinist to operate CNC tools and machine polyurethane foam parts to aerospace standards. You’ll read blueprints, set up machines, and ensure precise dimensions with high-quality output.

The role emphasizes reliability, safety, and continuous improvement within a hands-on shop environment. The position requires standing, 8-hour shifts, and availability for day or swing shifts with a $1.50 swing premium.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 2 years CNC experience.
• Experience with GD&T.
• Able to receive and interpret instructions from supervisors and peers.
• Demonstrate good judgment, detail-oriented, and safety-conscious.
• Track record in Continuous Improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC tools to machine polyurethane foam parts and related pieces.
• Read blueprints and work orders to determine methods and sequence.
• Measure dimensions with precision tools to ensure specs.
• Set up, align, and secure tools, attachments, and work pieces.
• Understand and convey instructions verbally and in writing.

Skills

CNC Machining

HAAS CMS experience

Blueprint interpretation

GD&T knowledge

Attendance reliability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

HAAS machines

CMS machines

Job description

Your future starts here! Earn over $100K per year in total compensation!

We are a premier aerospace manufacturer in Tacoma, and we are seeking an experienced CNC Machinist.

Come create a lasting career at General Plastics Manufacturing Company, and not just another job.

We are looking for a skilled and motivated team member to work in our CNC Department, machining polyurethane foam.

This is hands-on manufacturing. Meaning, you’ll be on your feet, working with our HAAS and CMS machines, and meeting high-quality, aerospace production standards. Previous CNC experience is required. Reliable daily attendance is also required. If you have a history of missing shifts or arriving late without notice, please do not waste your time or ours.

We are a federal subcontractor, and we test for marijuana

What You Will Do

CNC Machinist will operate computer-controlled tools to machine or process parts, tools, or other work pieces primarily of polyurethane foam but other materials as well. Reads and interprets blueprints, work orders, and related documentation to determine methods and sequence of operations, in addition to, dimensional and finish specifications.

• Measure dimensions of finished work pieces to ensure conformance to specifications, using precision measuring instruments, templates, and fixtures
• Mount, install, align, secure tools, attachments, fixtures, and work pieces on machines, using hand tools and precision measuring instruments
• Ability to effectively and efficiently setup and breakdown machines, removing finished work pieces, tooling changes, or work piece placement, according to required machining sequences
• Read, interpret and convey instructions, verbally and in written form

• Must have a high school diploma or GED
• Have a minimum of 2 years of CNC experience
• Experience with GD and T
• 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
• Must be process minded with experience leading and participating in Continuous Improvement initiatives
• Demonstrate a daily commitment to advancing the company’s core mission, vision and operational values
• Be a fast learner who can understand and follow technical instructions
• Be responsible, disciplined, and detail-oriented
• Ability to work efficiently in a workshop environment
• Reliable team player interested in a long-term position
• Ability to overcome obstacles by pushing through difficult tasks with a positive solution-oriented mindset
• Learn from failure by bouncing back quickly from setbacks and treating mistakes as learning moments
• Maintain excellent daily attendance and punctuality
• Maintain collaborative and positive “can-do” attitude
• Adapt to change and remains calm, steady and flexible during rapid workplace transitions
• Other duties as assigned, such as helping other departments to meet company goals

Preferred Applicants will also possess the following:

• Experience operating HAAS and CMS machines
• Process control minded
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Physical Requirements

• Standing 8 hours per day
• 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

Shift

This position requires that you are available for either day or swing shift. We offer a $1.50 shift premium for anyone on swing shift. Overtime is optional and never mandatory!

What We Have to Offer

Your innovation and hard work can help 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.

PAY STARTS BETWEEN $25 - $35 per hour, PLUS CASH BONUSES paid 3 times per year.

We offer lots of overtime opportunities and your overtime only increases your bonus payouts and 401K contributions!

Our Total Compensation Package is Beyond the Industry Average and can easily earn you over $100K per year.

• 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 employee 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
• Disability & Life Insurance Package
• Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Accounts available
• Generous Earned Time Off Plan starts at 15 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.

General Plastics Manufacturing 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 [phone].

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 subcontractor, and we test for marijuana

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.