Machinist II

Sigma Design; White Salmon (WA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company seeks an experienced Machinist II in White Salmon, Washington. The role includes optimizing equipment and personnel for efficient operations, programming CNC machines, and providing production support. Excellent benefits include comprehensive health coverage and a retirement plan, along with a dog-friendly environment.

Benefits

Health Savings Account contribution

PTO benefits based on tenure

Bonus program

401K with company match

Dog friendly workplace

Qualifications

• 5+ years of related machining experience.
• Knowledge of LEAN manufacturing preferred.
• Ability to understand technical data and blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Program and set up CNC milling machines.
• Coordinates workload to meet production requirements.
• Operates manual machines and maintains equipment.

Skills

CNC programming

Machining

QC methods

Welding

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or General Education Degree

Job description

Machinist II
(Direct Placement for Client)
SIGMADESIGN has collaborated with a manufacturing company seeking an experienced Machinist II to join their facility in White Salmon, Washington. This company specializes in the design and manufacture of advanced composite products. The company is known for its expertise in creating high-performance, lightweight, and durable components used in a variety of industries, including aerospace, automotive, sports equipment, and industrial applications.

What is offered

• Employer contributes 84% of the employee only cost of medical plus a $1250/year Health Savings Account contribution.
• PTO: 40 hours paid after one year, 80 hours paid after 2 years, 120 hours paid after 3 years, 160 hours paid after 10 years
• Bonus program: Monthly and annual bonuses provided. Amount based on company performance, and employee contribution and longevity.
• 401K - Company matches up to 4%, immediate vesting schedule
• Dog friendly
• $20.00 - $40.00 hourly, DOE
• Monday – Thursday, 7:00 am – 5:30 pm

Primary Function:
The Machinist II is responsible for optimizing the utilization of machines, equipment, and personnel to achieve the highest levels of efficiency. This includes programming, setting up tooling, and operating CNC milling machines to support production machining and finishing needs.

Essential Job Functions - Responsibilities:

• Program and set up CNC milling machines (3 axis and 5 axis).
• Performs tooling machining.
• Provides manufacturing support and machines production parts.
• Coordinates workload to meet production requirements.
• Provides machine/process design and improvements to increase productivity and decrease scrap/re-work.
• Estimates production times, staffing requirements and related costs to provide information for management decisions.
• Visualizes parts/equipment from sketches or oral direction.
• Directs and coordinates fabrication and installation activities of new equipment.
• Operates manual machines, lathes, mill, grinding equipment, water jet equipment.
• Trains others in machining environment
• Maintains machine tools and capital equipment.
• Assists with repair of capital equipment.
• Manages job stress and interacts effectively with others in the workplace.

Education and Experience: (Knowledge, skills, & abilities)

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree
• 5+ years of related experience, including extensive set up experience
• Knowledge of quality systems and QC methods; LEAN Manufacturing preferred
• Knowledge of safety hazards and precautions of the machinist trade
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to follow established policies and procedures, work independently & in team environment.
• Ability to maintain a professional working relationship.
• Ability to read, write and communicate effectively in English language.
• Ability to read and understand technical data, blueprints, engineering sketches, etc.
• Ability to perform gas and electric welding.

• Ability to pass background check and drug test upon acceptance of an offer.

Work Environment:
Standard machine shop environment with various types of machinery. Appropriate safety garments (PPE) must be worn. Must be able to stand and work as long as 12 hours in different positions. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted.

SIGMADESIGN is an Equal Opportunity Employer