Machinist (any level)

PACIFIC AEROSPACE & ELECTRONICS•Wenatchee, WA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Pacific Aerospace & Electronics (PacAero) is seeking 1-3 Machinists to join our team, with multiple levels available based on experience (Trainee and Levels I-III). The company specializes in electronic connectors and housings for extreme environments, serving industries like medical, aerospace, and defense. PacAero utilizes proprietary technologies and specialized manufacturing techniques to produce high-performance products. The Machinist role involves operating, setting up, and maintaining machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, grinders, and CNC equipment. The specific responsibilities and skill requirements vary by level, from training and basic operation to complex setups and independent production on advanced CNC machinery.

Requirements

Read, write, speak and comprehend the English language.
Good computer skills.
Able to sit and or stand for extended periods of time.
Able to use a microscope for extended periods of time.
Must be able to retain information.
Must have legible handwriting.
Dependability: Follows instructions, responds to management direction.
Take responsibility for own actions.
Identify process improvements.
Requires minimal supervision to perform everyday tasks.
Demonstrates strong independent thinking with problem solving skills.
Support company/management decisions.
Offers help when needed.
Understanding of the effects of process deviation.
Advise management of policy violations.
A Working knowledge of G-code and M-code is standard for a level II CNC machinist.
The ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings and specifications, including a comprehensive understanding of GD&T.
Proficiency in reading and editing G-code and M-code with leads/programming approval.
The ability to manage workflow and prioritize tasks to meet production quotas with minimal guidance.
A high degree of independence in decision-making and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
Drive to be a leader and lead by example.
High School graduate or equivalent.
Minimum 1 years of machining experience (Level I).
Minimum 3 years of machining experience (Level II).
Minimum 8 years of machining experience (Level III).

Nice To Haves

No experience required (Trainee).

Responsibilities

Work cooperatively with all employees.
Willingness to adapt work schedule to company needs.
Attendance / Punctuality: Is consistently at work and on time.
Following company handbook policy and companies cell phone policy.
Perform other miscellaneous duties as assigned.
Observe safety regulations and follow protective equipment requirements. Report hazardous observations to your lead or supervisor.
Must be able to retain information and show continued progression towards the next machinist level role.
Run production parts, learn to set-up as ran quick change jobs.
Be able to change and dial in new tools, make and understand tool and fixture offset adjustments.
Perform initial quality inspections on materials and finished parts, using precision measuring instruments to verify dimensions and tolerances.
Capable of maintaining a consistent high-quality level of deburr and visual inspection.
Capable of performing basic shop math for calculating dimensions.
Download CNC programs, set up/cut fixtures and tooling on machines, and set tool offsets.
Dial in part for a first part buy-off.
Follow all shop paperwork, processes and best practices.
Read and interpret work order steps, blueprints, and specifications to understand the requirements for each job.
Load raw materials and finished parts into machines (up to 50lbs).
Maintain logs of production and quality data as required. Ex: run sheets and inspection routines.
Identifying and escalating any operational issues to lead or supervisor.
Run production parts, independently set-up as ran quick change jobs as well as run 1 parts.
Consistently meeting allocated set-up times.
Capable of making small edits to CNC programs to correct for slight differences in parts to improve efficiency with leads approval.
Have keen attention to detail to ensure finished parts meet precise specifications and quality standards.
Use a range of precision measurement devices, such as calipers, micrometers, height gauges, bore gauges, smart scope, CMM, Trimos and they can inspect parts and verify that they meet the required dimensional tolerances.
Keep the work area, tools, and equipment clean and organized.
Diagnose and resolve minor machining or tooling issues that may arise during production runs and set-ups.
Maintains an efficiency level of 85% or higher while running production.
Independently run production parts, including quick-change jobs and one-off components.
Proficient in setting up machines, downloading and adjusting CNC programs, and verifying first-part quality.
Perform complete setups, including preparing and installing fixtures, cutting and selecting tooling, setting tool offsets, and making necessary tool and fixture offset adjustments.
Capable of dialing in new tools and the ability to identify when cutters need replaced.
Execute complex, multi-step setups on advanced CNC equipment, including 3- and 4-axis machines.
Ensure alignment with shop documentation, processes, and best practices throughout all machining operations.
Validate programs before a production run and perform/suggest edits to speeds and feeds and canned cycles for optimal efficiency and part accuracy with lead/programming approval.
Diagnose and resolve complex machining issues during set-ups and production runs without outside assistance.
Maintains an efficiency level of 90% or higher while running production.
Perform sophisticated inspections, including first-article inspections on run 1 jobs, using advanced measurement tools and applying a strong knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
Take ownership of the first part runs and ensure they meet all design specifications.
Assist in the safe recovery of machinery after a malfunction or error.
Provide training and guidance to less experienced machinists (Level I and II) when lead is busy.
Effectively communicate and collaborate with leads or manager/supervisor and other production personnel to improve processes.
Promote teamwork and cooperative effort.
Maintain a clean, safe, and unobstructed work area.
Understand and apply appropriate quality improvement processes.