Machinist - Weekday Day Shift - Algona

Precision Castparts Corp.; Algona (WA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Health benefits

Job summary

Precision Castparts Corp. in Washington state is seeking an experienced Machinist to operate CNC mills and machine cells, ensure safety, quality, and productivity, and troubleshoot production issues to meet set-up and cycle times.

You will read blueprints and control programs, set up first articles, run parts, verify tolerances, and collaborate across departments to maintain clean, organized work areas. Requires 3–5 years in heavy manufacturing and strong attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Reading and understanding M and G code.
• Ability to read precision measuring instruments.
• Ability to read shop production blueprints.
• Advanced machine set‑up understanding.
• Teamwork and communication skills.
• Commitment to safety and quality.

Responsibilities

• Understand and follow safety, quality, and production standards.
• Attend shift as scheduled and ensure punctuality.
• Operate multiple machines and perform cell setups and CNC mill work.
• Set up first part and run initial production, ensuring tolerances.
• Verify programs are stable and parts within spec; document as required.
• Troubleshoot basic production issues and maintain clean work area.
• Prepare and organize parts, tools, and documentation for next shift.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

M & G code

Precision measuring

Blueprint reading

Machine setup

Teamwork

Safety

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

The Machinist Position operates assigned resources of machining tools and equipment ensuring safety of operations, compliance with quality control standards with productivity targets. The Machinist position continually trouble‑shoots and problem‑solves production processes to ensure product meets or exceeds all manufacturing set‑up and cycle times.

Shift

Weekday Days: Monday-Thursday, 5:00 AM - 3:30 PM

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Understand, adhere, and demonstrate the company’s commitment to safety and quality
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance according to shift times or a pre‑arranged work schedule
• Able to run multiple types of machines
• Perform setup and production for machine cells and standalone CNC mills
• Proficiency with multiple machine and control types
• Set‑up of first part on machine as assigned by Supervisor or Manager
• Set‑up and run the first part after completion of machine set‑up
• Verify program is stable and part is within tolerance for run
• Verify all set‑up documentation is correct and adequate for part run
• Complete MIP sheet for first part
• Ensure correct work orders, programs, and documents are being used for current operation
• Help trouble‑shoot basic production problems
• During times when not assigned a set‑up or performing production or as assigned by supervisor; spot check parts and deburr finished product
• Maintain a clean and organized work area
• Clean the machine at the end of each shift; organize all parts and tools for the job for the next shift
• Perform other duties as assigned

Required Skills/Experience

• Minimum of 3-5 years of related experience; experience in a heavy manufacturing environment preferred
• Knowledge, skill, and ability to meet expectations for required competencies including: 1) safety, health, and environmental awareness, 2) business ethics and compliance, 3) technical/professional competence and quality/time management, 4) interpersonal relations and communication skills, 5) initiative, flexibility, innovation, and adaptability, 6) continuous improvement and problem solving, and 7) planning and organizing
• Proficient at reading and understanding M and G code
• Ability to read precision measuring instruments
• Ability to read shop production blueprints
• Mechanical aptitude and strong attention to detail
• Ability to follow directions during production and follow all safety protocols
• Basic understanding of machine set‑up
• Machine shop experience and/or on the job training
• Self‑motivated with an ability to work alone or in a team environment
• Ability to work across departments to meet product quality standards efficiently
• Ability to follow instructions given by the operations manager, lead, or senior machinist and carry them out correctly
• Ability to interpret instructions given and apply experience and training throughout the course of the day for each production job assigned
• Ability to read and comprehend basic instructions and write simple correspondence
• Ability to read and interpret the English language
• Willingness to learn and, as required, help and/or train others

Physical Activities Required to Perform Responsibilities

• Ability to: stand continually, walk regularly, sit continually, hear/listen carefully regularly, climb and/or balance infrequently, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl occasionally, twist occasionally at the trunk or neck, bend occasionally, reach with hands and arms regularly, taste and/ use sense of smell infrequently, use hands to manipulate, handle and/or feel in the act of performing the required responsibilities of the position.
• Must be able to: lift and carry up to 35 pounds regularly.
• Visual acuity needed for close detail work, clarity with distance, distinction with color, peripheral observation up and down/left and right, depth perception for distance and spatial relationships, sharp focus of objects brought into line of sight.
• Mental dexterity needed to work independently while demonstrating attention to detail and continuous awareness.
• During times when not assigned a set‑up or performing production or as assigned by supervisor; spot check parts and deburr finished product
• Maintain a clean and organized work area
• Clean the machine at the end of each shift; organize all parts and tools for the job for the next shift
• Perform other duties as assigned

Required Skills/Experience

• Minimum of 3-5 years of related experience; experience in a heavy manufacturing environment preferred
• Knowledge, skill, and ability to meet expectations for required competencies including: 1) safety, health, and environmental awareness, 2) business ethics and compliance, 3) technical/professional competence and quality/time management, 4) interpersonal relations and communication skills, 5) initiative, flexibility, innovation, and adaptability, 6) continuous improvement and problem solving, and 7) planning and organizing
• Proficient at reading and understanding M and G code
• Ability to read precision measuring instruments
• Ability to read shop production blueprints
• Mechanical aptitude and strong attention to detail
• Ability to follow directions during production and follow all safety protocols
• Advanced understanding of machine set‑up
• Machine shop experience and/or on the job training
• Self‑motivated with an ability to work alone or in a team environment
• Ability to work across departments to meet product quality standards efficiently
• Ability to follow instructions given by the operations manager, lead, or senior machinist and carry them out correctly
• Ability to interpret instructions given and apply experience and training throughout the course of the day for each production job assigned
• Ability to read and comprehend basic instructions and write simple correspondence
• Ability to read and interpret the English language
• Willingness to learn and, as required, help and/or train others

Level of Education

• High School Diploma or GED required; additional training or certification preferred

For informational purposes only, the range of pay for this role is $26.50 to $53 US Dollar (USD) Hourly based on a variety of factors. For informational purposes only, this role is eligible to participate in the Company's Quarterly Cash Bonus Plan, paid out at the quarterly bonus factor of 1X the Company's bonus multiple, based on the Company's performance in the applicable quarter . Employees will receive 120 hours paid time off every year. Employees will also receive 10 paid holidays. Employees (and their families) are eligible to participate in the company's medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are eligible to enroll in the Company's 401(k) plan.

This position requires use of information or access to production processes subject to national security controls under U.S. export control laws and regulations (including, but not limited to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations