CNC Machinist III

Talent Acquisition Team / Équipe d'acquisition de talents•Snoqualmie, WA
•$33 - $41•Onsite

About The Position

For over 50 years, our talented employees at Zetec have been advancing nondestructive testing (NDT) standards. NDT is a testing and analysis technique used by many different industries such as oil & gas, military, power generation, aerospace and much, much more. Zetec is a global leader in NDT and located right here in beautiful Snoqualmie, WA. JOB SUMMARY Responsible for setting up and operating a variety of CNC and manual machines and equipment to produce high quality and tight tolerance parts.

Requirements

  • Ability to accurately read and interpret blueprints and drawings, sketches, and engineering specifications.
  • Ability to read and comprehend manuals, work instructions and SDS sheets common to a machining and production environment.
  • Demonstrated aptitude for complex math plus measurement calculations and the ability to apply measuring tools to complete parts.
  • Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks.
  • Effective communication and leadership skills.
  • High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
  • 5+ years of progressively responsible machining experience required, including CNC machine setup and operation, machine tool programming, and precision/tight-tolerance machining.
  • Demonstrated experience independently setting up CNC equipment, interpreting blueprints and GD&T, selecting appropriate tooling and workholding, and using precision measuring and inspection tools.
  • Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.

Nice To Haves

  • Certificate, apprenticeship, or associate degree from a technical school or recognized program in machining, CNC technology, manufacturing technology, or a related field strongly preferred.
  • Proficiency with Fanuc and/or Okuma One Touch/OSP or similar controls highly desired.
  • CAM programming experience preferred; experience creating, editing, and optimizing CNC programs is highly desirable.
  • Experience with multi-axis CNC machining is preferred; hands-on experience with 5-axis machining and/or 5-axis programming is a strong plus but is not required.

Responsibilities

  • Performs basic setup and operation of new and existing parts using conventional Lathe Mill 3, 4 & 5 axis, Mill Turn with sub spindle.
  • Interprets blueprints, sketches and engineering specifications.
  • Checks work to ensure dimensions are within prescribed tolerances using a variety of measuring tools.
  • Provides input with determining sequence of operations, methods of setup, and machine tool programming.
  • Utilize the Shop Order Priority report. Ensure accurate commit dates for the next two weeks.
  • Provide resource recommendations to problem solve delivery schedule issues.
  • Demonstrate Lean Manufacturing principles and contributes to the reduction of waste.
  • Possesses a strong understanding of the working properties of various materials (e.g. plastics, stainless steels, aluminum, titanium, etc.).
  • Reports discrepancies to supervisor and makes constructive suggestions that may improve production efficiency and profitability.
  • Determines machining, materials, or parts required to complete the job with minimal supervision.
  • Independently determines sequence of operations, methods of setup, and machine tool programming.
  • Serves as a technical expert by troubleshooting technical problems within the department.
  • Helps train Level I and II machinists.
  • Assist with special projects as assigned.
  • May serve as a back-up Machine Shop Lead and/or Supervisor as needed.
  • Follows all company safety policies and Quality Assurance requirements.
  • Overtime will be required as needed.
  • Other duties as required in support of the department and the company.

Benefits

  • medical
  • prescription drug
  • dental
  • vision
  • life & AD&D insurance
  • 401(k) + company match
  • short-term/long-term disability
  • 10 days of vacation (and increases over time)
  • 8 paid holidays
  • 3 floating holidays
  • accrued sick leave
  • paid volunteer time
  • tuition assistance
  • team participation stipends
  • on-site games
  • a gym that has equipment for yoga to CrossFit
  • healthy snack offerings
  • birthday breaks
  • Summer BBQs
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