Machinist Ii

Job Description

Machinist II – Vinyl Internal Supply

Location: Fife, WA
Starting Pay: $33.00/hr.
Day Shift: Monday–Friday | 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM

Join the Milgard Windows & Doors team (part of MITER Brands™) as a Machinist II
, where you’ll put your precision, craftsmanship, and problem‑solving skills to work in a high‑performing manufacturing environment. If you’re someone who takes pride in producing ultra‑precise parts, enjoys hands‑on machining, and thrives in a collaborative shop atmosphere — we’d love to meet you.

MITER Brands is one of the nation’s largest manufacturers of energy‑efficient windows and doors, with a strong reputation for quality, stability, and growth opportunities.

What You’ll Do

In this role, you’ll work independently and as part of a skilled team to fabricate high‑precision parts that keep our manufacturing operations running smoothly.

Machining & Fabrication

• Interpret blueprints, drawings, and specifications to machine parts within tight tolerances (.0002"–.0005").
• Use surface grinders (6" & 14") to achieve flatness, squareness, and perpendicularity to .0002".
• Machine complex features including compound tapers
  ; perform tool grinding for form cutting & sharpening.
• Operate manual Bridgeport‑style mills, lathes, and surface grinders
  .

Technical & Measurement Expertise

• Use advanced math (
  geometry, trigonometry
  , speeds/feeds calculations) for precision machining.
• Measure and verify parts with calipers, micrometers, indicators, bore gauges, gauge blocks
  , and other precision tools.
• Calibrate and maintain measuring devices.

Tooling, Setup & Maintenance

• Assemble and disassemble complex tooling.
• Verify machine alignment and perform routine maintenance to ensure proper performance.
• Dress grinding wheels and cutting tools.

Shop Collaboration & Safety

• Work independently with minimal supervision.
• Provide guidance or instruction to others in the tool shop when needed.
• Maintain a clean, safe, organized workstation.
• Utilize Machinery’s Handbook and work with a variety of materials.

Support Equipment

• Use support equipment including:
  • Bandsaws
  • Vertical & horizontal tool sharpeners
  • Twist drill sharpeners
  • Pedestal grinders
  • Hand‑polishing tools

What You Bring

We’re looking for a skilled machinist with a passion for precision and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in a technical field or 10+ years of machining/manufacturing experience.
• Strong ability to read engineering drawings and prints.
• Advanced part measurement and inspection skills.
• Experience with manual machining and CNC operations.
• Solid understanding of mechanical systems (bearings, gears, cams, slides, pneumatics/hydraulics).
• CNC programming experience (machine interface or external software).Experience with Solid Works, Solid Cam, AutoCAD, or Vector Point is a plus.
• Basic knowledge of electrical and pneumatic machine controls.
• Familiarity with TPM and preventive maintenance processes.
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail.
• Comfortable using Microsoft Excel, Word, and other Microsoft applications.
• Knowledge of window production machinery is a plus (not required).

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Competitive pay and stable day‑shift schedule
• Work with a highly skilled team in a clean, safety‑focused environment
• Opportunities for career growth within MITER Brands
• Be part of a company committed to quality, innovation, and craftsmanship

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What We Offer

At MITER Brands, we invest in your health, wealth, and wellness. Our comprehensive benefits package supports you and your eligible spouse/dependents while helping you achieve your personal and professional goals.

We offer competitive pay, a 401(k) with company match, and generous paid time off to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance.

Health & Wellness

• Three comprehensive medical plan…