Machinist - Damar

Zenix Aerospace AMT/Damar; Monroe (WA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Savings Account

Basic Life Insurance

Long-term Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

401k

Job summary

Zenix Aerospace AMT/Damar is seeking a skilled CNC machinist to set up, run, and inspect parts in a high-precision environment. The role requires reading blueprints, using inspection tools, and maintaining quality standards across multiple machine centers.

Candidates should have three years of CNC milling experience or a Machinist Tech Training Certificate, strong math abilities, and basic Windows skills. Compliance and safety are emphasized throughout the production process.

Qualifications

• Three years plus experience running a CNC mill or Machinist Tech Training Certificate
• Proven ability to consistently run parts that meet production standards
• Strong math skills
• Basic MS Windows operating skills (open/close files)
• Machine Proficiency test completed during interview process

Responsibilities

• Set up, run, and dimensionally maintain quality in a production environment
• Perform shop inspections and blueprint reading with inspection tools
• Troubleshoot production issues such as out-of-tolerance machining and tooling wear
• Dial in a hole or Edge-Find and set machine offsets
• Understand G & M code
• Be versatile across multiple machine centers
• Meet job standard times with minimal supervision
• Follow all safety guidelines and use required equipment
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Blueprint reading

Inspection skills

G&M code basics

Attention to detail

Communication

Manual dexterity

Education

Machinist Tech Training Certificate

Tools

Edge finders

Indicators

Calipers

Micrometers

Job description

Job Description

We are a manufacturer of structural parts for the leading original equipment manufacturers (OEM's) in the large business and regional jet markets. Our experience and capabilities span multiple segments of an aircraft, including the engine pylon, struts, wing box, wings, wheel well, and the interior. Our success is based on utilizing proprietary manufacturing techniques to manufacture high quality complex parts through cost effective production.

Given its breadth of capabilities and strong customer relationships, we have substantial content on the aviation industry's most popular aircraft.

What will my responsibilities include?

• Can demonstrate ability to set-up, run, and dimensionally maintain quality in a production environment
• Good Inspection Skills and Blueprint reading skills with ability to use all shop inspection tools
• Basic Troubleshooting skills and must be able to recognize production problems such as out-of-tolerance Machining, poor finishes, damaged or worn cutters, and tooling
• Ability to dial in a hole or Edge-Find and set Machine Offsets
• Basic understanding of G & M code
• Versatility across multiple machine centers is a plus
• Meets job standard times with minimal supervision
• Follows all safety guidelines established by the Company, including proper use of safety equipment and relevant safety procedures.
• Other duties as assigned

What key skills and experience do I need?

• Demonstrates a good attitude toward work and arrives on time for start of shift
• Properly uses all tools necessary to complete a set up and inspect first part to be submitted for buy-off (such as edge finders, indicators, calipers, micrometers, etc.)
• Follows instructions and demonstrates strong attention to detail
• Communicates well verbally and in writing
• Good manual dexterity and sense of spatial relationships

Qualifications

Preferred

• Three years plus experience running a CNC mill or recent Machinist Tech Training Certificate
• Proven ability to consistently run good parts that meet production standards
• Strong skills and aptitude in math
• Ability to perform basic functions with MS Windows-based computer operating systems, such as opening and closing files
• Completion of Machine Proficiency test during interview process

Due to compliance with U.S. export control laws and regulations, candidate must be a U.S. person, which is defined as, a U.S. citizen, a U.S. permanent resident, or have protected status in the U.S. under asylum or refugee status.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. This position works in the machine shop environment throughout the workday. This environment may include exposure to noise, dust, fumes and vapor from coolant, etc. Individuals must stand for much of the workday. Work activities involve combinations of walking, climbing, pushing, pulling, bending, lifting and carrying and standing for extended periods and performing some very repetitive activities. Work requires the ability to see, hear and smell in order to detect problems. The work requires the ability to lift and carry up to 40 pounds. Industry standard safety equipment is provided by the Company, and specific notice is posted in areas where safety equipment is required. Safety training is required and provided by the Company in accordance with applicable law, industry standards, and Company policy. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Why join Zenix Aerospace AMT/Damar?

We are committed to continuous sustainable growth through superior customer satisfaction. We are dedicated to operating in an ethical, safe, and environmentally responsible manner while providing a rewarding work environment for our employees. Our mission is supported by a culture of teamwork, continuous improvement, and strategic technology investments.

Salary Offering

$25.75 per hour to $40.00 per hour

NIGHT

M-TH, 3:30pm - 2:00am (see below for differential pay)

WEEKEND

Fri/Sat/Sun, 5:00pm - 4:30am (see below for shift premium and shift differential pay)

Zenix Aerospace AMT/Damar offers eligible employees (and eligible family members):

• Health Savings Account
• Basic Life Insurance
• Voluntary Employee, Spouse or Child Life Insurance,
• Long-term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program

Eligible employees are also offered 401k, PTO, 80 hours of paid holiday per calendar year, and other compensation (as applicable).

Zenix Aerospace AMT/Damar is an equal opportunity employer.