Machinist - Plastics

Demgy Pacific; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Demgy Pacific in Tacoma, WA is seeking a CNC Machinist – Plastics to safely operate 3–5 axis CNC mills in the plastics division and to produce high-precision parts in alignment with customer specifications. You will read blueprints, interpret GD&T, and maintain quality through careful measurement and tool management.

Responsibilities include setting up tools and programs, inspecting work, and reporting in the ERP system.

Qualifications

• Must read and interpret work orders and blueprints.
• Experience with GD&T and precision measurement tools required.
• Proven ability to setup and operate CNC mills across 3–5 axes.

Responsibilities

• Read and understand work orders and traveler orders.
• Inspect materials, tools, and machines before starting work.
• Set up and operate 3–5 axis CNC mills; edit programs as needed.
• Read G-code/M-code and ensure conformance to specs.
• Produce and inspect parts to meet quality standards; adjust as needed.
• Use calipers, micrometers, height gauges; report issues promptly.
• Maintain accurate time allocation in the ERP system; communicate clearly.

Skills

Safety-conscious

Problem solving

Detail oriented

Adaptable

Effective communication

English literacy

Education

High school diploma

Machinist training or apprenticeship

Tools

Manual mills

Lathes

Drills

CNC milling programming

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Tacoma, WA 98409 • Position Type: Full Time • Salary Range: $28.75 - $35.00 Hourly • Job Shift: Any • Job Category: Manufacturing • Job Title: MACHINIST – PLASTICS

Reporting

Reports To: Production Supervisor – CNC Plastics. Direct Reports: N/A.

Position Summary

Safely integrate knowledge, experience, collaborative approach and positive work ethic as a CNC Machinist in both our metal and plastics division. Understand and conform to relevant areas of the quality manual, quality procedures and training. Combining technical skills with attention to detail, making quality personal and going the extra mile to produce high‑precision parts is a consistent part of what you do.

Job Responsibilities

• Machinist 1
  • Job Traveler Orders and Work Orders
    • Read to understand work orders
    • Inspect materials, equipment, tools, and machines prior to beginning work; if nonconformance present, work to resolve in the timeliest possible fashion
    • Advise supervisor when inventory or maintenance is impacted
  • Properly select and use manual mills, lathes, drills, and other equipment according to on‑site training
  • Safely set‑up (installing tools, fixtures, and materials) and operate 3, 4, & 5 axis vertical and horizontal CNC mills
  • Independently select and load appropriate programs from network
  • Understand and edit G‑code and M‑code in programs
  • Execute precision machining according to customer specifications and work order instructions
  • Produce and inspect finished products to ensure they meet quality standards; adjust as needed to maintain accuracy and precision
  • Read blueprints, engineering drawings, specifications, and interpret GD&T
  • Use micrometers, calipers, bore gages, height gauges
  • Able to use basic math, geometry and trigonometry
  • Maintain specifications by taking measurements; detecting malfunctions; troubleshooting processes; adjusting and re‑programming; replacing worn tools; adhering to quality assurance procedures and processes
  • Maintain awareness about cutting tool malfunctions, burr development, chip evacuation and coolant flow problems; report areas of concern to the Shop Foreman
  • Keep an accurate count of good and rejected product
  • Leave detailed tie‑ins for shift operators to effectively continue production
  • Operate an overhead crane and drive a forklift
  • Accurately report daily time allocation in shop ERP system
  • Communicate with coworkers – ask questions, share information, be clear on expectations, listen, and assume positive intent
• Machinist 2
  • Successfully perform all duties and possess all skills of the Machinist 1 position
  • Journeyman‑level experience in CNC machine setup and operation; able to independently and efficiently set up and operate any CNC machine in the facility without assistance
  • Journeyman‑level experience reading, understanding, and editing CNC code
  • Journeyman‑level experience reading and understanding customer engineering and GD&T
  • Expertise in using a variety of precision measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, depth micrometers, pin‑gauges, air gauges, height gauges and comparators to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished workpiece by using sequence of operations and set‑up requirements from drawings, work orders and verbal instructions

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly is required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to handle or feel objects, tools or controls, reach with hands and arms, balance, stoop, talk and hear. The employee will occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Employee Responsibilities

• Uphold and comply with Demgy’s Code of Ethics and Conduct
• Follow safety policies
• Contribute to the success of the company’s environmental, health & safety program
• Maintain a positive working relationship with co‑workers in all departments
• Maintain accurate documentation as required, following Demgy Pacific’s document and record control procedures
• Ensure housekeeping within the department is properly maintained
• Follow Demgy 5S program (workstation organization/locations maintained)
• Follow policies outlined in the Employee Handbook
• Perform other duties as directed by the supervisor

Qualifications

• Priorities: Safety, Preparedness, Quality, & Success
• Problem Solver: Troubleshoot & address issues
• Focused on details
• Adaptable & flexible
• Effective communication
  • Able to read and write English
  • Able to keep accurate quantity records
  • Able to perform basic math (addition, subtraction, multiplication and division)
• Basic computer skills
• Manual dexterity to handle parts and fixturing
• Team oriented
• Efficient and action driven
• Motivated self‑starter
• Dependable with reliable attendance
• Able to stand for 10 to 12 hours
• Able to lift 50 pounds
• Able to see with 20/20 vision to assess cosmetic requirements

Minimum Education and Qualifications

Machinist 1

• Minimum of 1 year’s experience as a Machinist (Required)
• Graduate from a Machinist Technical Education or Apprenticeship Program (or equivalent work experience – 4+ years) (Preferred)
• Manual Machining experience (Preferred)
• Contract Manufacturing experience (Preferred)
• Aerospace OEM experience (Preferred)
• High School Diploma or Equivalent

Machinist 2

• Must meet education and experience requirements of Machinist 1
• 3+ years of CNC Machinist experience (Required)
• Manual Machining experience (Required)
• Basic CNC Programming experience (Preferred)