Machinist - Weekday Night Shift - Bothell

Precision Castparts; Bothell (WA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Precision Castparts in Bothell, Washington is seeking a Machinist to operate machining tools with an emphasis on safety and quality control standards. The ideal candidate has 3-5 years of experience in a heavy manufacturing environment, with proficiency in reading blueprints and understanding M and G code.

This position requires strong attention to detail and the ability to troubleshoot production processes effectively. A High School Diploma or GED is required, and candidates with additional training or certification are preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3-5 years of related experience in heavy manufacturing.
• Proficient at reading precision measuring instruments and blueprints.
• Self-motivated with strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Operate machining tools and equipment ensuring safety and quality.
• Troubleshoot and problem-solve production processes.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.

Skills

Machining tools operation

Safety compliance

Troubleshooting

M and G code proficiency

Attention to detail

Ability to carry up to 35 pounds

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Additional training or certification

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 troubleshoots and problem‑solves production processes to ensure product meets or exceeds all manufacturing set‑up and cycle times.

Shift

Weekday Nights: Monday-Thursday, 3:20 pm–1:50 am, with a $2.50 per hour shift differential

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
• Spot check parts and deburr finished product when not assigned a set‑up or performing production
• Maintain a clean and organized work area
• Clean the machine at the end of each shift; organize all parts and tools for the next shift
• Perform other duties as assigned

Required Skills & Experience

• Minimum of 3‑5 years of related experience; heavy manufacturing environment preferred
• Knowledge, skill, and ability to meet expectations for required competencies: safety, health, and environmental awareness; business ethics and compliance; technical/professional competence and quality/time management; interpersonal relations and communication skills; initiative, flexibility, innovation, and adaptability; continuous improvement and problem solving; planning and organizing
• Proficient at reading and understanding M and G code
• Ability to read precision measuring instruments and 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; advanced understanding also acceptable
• Machine shop experience and/or on‑the‑job training
• Self‑motivated; 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 and apply experience and training throughout 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

• 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, use hands to manipulate, handle and/or feel in the act of performing the required responsibilities
• Lump and carry up to 35 pounds regularly
• Visual acuity 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

Education

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