CNC Machinist: 1st Shift

CNC Machinist

Skills Inc., one of Washington State's largest aerospace suppliers offers world-class, competitively-priced products and services which exceed customer's requirements for rigorous standards and excellence. We are a fully integrated, self-funded non-profit with a social mission to train, employ and serve persons with disabilities and our community.

As part of our recent growth, we are seeking a CNC Machinist to join our team. The ideal candidate will operate computer-controlled machines to perform one or more machine functions on metal or plastic work pieces.

• Set up manual and CNC equipment with limited supervision.
• Change cutting tools and adjust machine feeds and speeds as needed.
• Utilize measuring equipment used in the industry such as calipers, micrometers, height gage and other measuring equipment needed to complete work with limited supervision.
• Perform first part inspection and in process inspections.
• Ensure all documentation is complete and correct.
• Detect and report defective equipment, materials and/or faulty operations to supervisor.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and increased efficiency.

• Knowledge of CNC equipment capability and daily maintenance.
• Ability to use measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers and other inspection gauges.
• Skill in performing mid-level math skills efficiently and accurately (including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division using whole numbers, fraction and decimals).
• Ability to utilize interpersonal and communication techniques, working in a team environment, and dealing with a wide variety of personalities and communication styles.
• Ability to take direction from lead and supervisor to complete assigned tasks.
• Ability to communicate information clearly and directly co-workers and supervisory personnel both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to identify, organize, estimate, and recognize differences or similarities with excellent attention to detail.

• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English through verbal communication, American Sign Language, or adaptive technology

The responsibilities of this position may require an individual to access and hold in confidence certain information. This means that information and/or documentation acquired about employees, suppliers, customers, business practices, and all other related information remains confidential.

• High school diploma or equivalent.

Due to Skills Inc.'s participation in the defense industry, International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) requires that access to sensitive information and material pertaining to defense and military related technologies may only be accessed, viewed or shared by US Persons as defined by law. A "US Person" can be a US citizen; a lawful permanent legal resident or an individual who has been admitted as a refugee or asylee.

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Constant exposure to indoor manufacturing environment.
• Constant exposure to moderate noise.
• Constant standing and walking.
• Constant use hands/fingers to grasp, pinch, pull, feel, handle and manipulate parts and tools.
• Constant use of personal protective equipment is required.
• Constant use of specific vision abilities including close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to focus.
• Frequent lifting and moving items up to 30 pounds.
• Frequent reaching with hands and arms.
• Frequent repetitive motions.
• Frequent use of hands to manipulate, handle, or feel material.
• Occasional exposure to chemicals and fumes.
• Occasional lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds

Definitions:

Constant (5-8 hrs. /shift)

Frequent (2-5 hrs. /shift)

Occasional (Up to 2 hrs. /shift)

Shift Assignment: 1st Shift;
Monday-Friday 7am-3:30pm

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