Machinist/Programmer

TruFit Staffing; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 41,328 - 48,216; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

A staffing agency in Tacoma seeks a skilled CNC Machinist to program and operate 3-axis vertical mills. The ideal candidate will manage the full machining process, from programming to running parts, with a strong emphasis on aluminum fabrication. Responsibilities include taking print drawings and running parts while using Mastercam for CNC programming. Benefits include health insurance, paid time off, and a 401(k). This is a full-time position at the mid-senior level.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of Mastercam, G-code machining fundamentals, and blueprint interpretation.
• Ability to independently take a print drawing and deliver a finished part that passes inspection.
• Experience machining aluminum parts on 3-axis vertical mills.

Responsibilities

• Independently program, set up, and run parts from raw material through finished product.
• Take print drawings and plan machining processes.
• Create and edit CNC programs using Mastercam.
• Optimize programs for accuracy, surface finish, and efficiency.

Skills

Mastercam

G-code machining fundamentals

Blueprint interpretation

Experience with 3-axis vertical mills

SolidWorks

Job description

We are seeking a skilled CNC Machinist / Programmer to independently program, set up, and run parts from raw material through finished product. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys owning the full machining process and working hands‑on with 3‑axis vertical mills in a production environment focused primarily on aluminum parts.

Compensation: $30–$35 per hour (DOE)

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Must be open to overtime

Location: Tacoma, WA

Responsibilities:

• Take print drawings and independently plan machining processes
• Determine machining strategy, tooling selection, and workholding
• Create and edit CNC programs using Mastercam
• Generate and modify tool paths to meet print requirements
• Set work and tool offsets and run parts from raw material through completion
• Program, set up, and operate 3‑axis HAAS vertical milling machines
• Optimize programs for accuracy, surface finish, and efficiency
• Inspect finished parts to ensure they meet print and quality standards

Requirements:

• Strong understanding of Mastercam, G-code machining fundamentals, and blueprint interpretation
• Ability to independently take a print drawing and deliver a finished part that passes inspection
• Experience machining aluminum parts on 3‑axis vertical mills
• Comfortable programming and machining own parts (approximately 50/50 programming vs. machine operation)
• Experience using SolidWorks preferred
• Willingness to complete a hands‑on skills test during the interview process, including independently programming and machining a part using a HAAS CNC, printed drawing, and Mastercam
• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

On the temp-to-hire program, you will have access to a basic MEC plan

TruFit Staffing is an equal opportunity employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. TruFit Staffing is an ALE and offers a Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) plan in compliance with ACA rules and regulations.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Production, Manufacturing, and Project Management

Industries

• Industrial Machinery Manufacturing, Automation Machinery Manufacturing, and Metal Valve, Ball, and Roller Manufacturing