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Machinist Level I-II

Hypertherm Associates, Kent, WA, United States


Machinist

Hypertherm is seeking a 2nd Shift Machinist for our Kent, Washington location. The ideal candidate will be a part of an innovative and collaborative team and play an important role in our Waterjet business.
The hours of this role are from 1:20pm to 11:50pm, Monday - Thursday
If this sounds like an exciting opportunity, here are some other ways you'll help positively impact our business as a Machinist:
Perform and maintain manufacturing processes to produce products that exceed our customers' expectations in terms of quality, performance, and value
Perform manufacturing processes in machining, assembly, and packaging as well as enhance machinery performance to prevent machine downtime
Support and participate in the use of lean systems and be involved in process improvement initiatives to manufacture the highest priority parts
Who you are and the experience you bring:
5+ years of experience setting up and operating manual and CNC Machines
This position requires a High School Diploma or GED
The ability to utilize math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, Cartesian coordinate system, and geometry
Able to effectively utilize measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, bore gauges, height gauge, comparator and dial indicator
Skill in reading and interpreting documents such as work orders, drawings, manuals, set-up instructions, and safety regulations
Must be able to follow written instructions and have good communication and computer skills using MS Office
Preferred experience to differentiate you:
Associate's degree or Certification in a related field
Previous experience in Machining in a manufacturing environment and knowledge of CNC operation
Ability to interpret and use process documentation
Understanding of Lean manufacturing tools and concepts
Basic troubleshooting
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
Why join Hypertherm?
Collaborative, 100% employee-owned culture
Profit sharing and Employee Stock Ownership Program
40 hours of paid Community Service Time
3 weeks of Earned Time Off, plus 3 Sick Days, and 10 Company Paid Holidays
Strong commitment to Environmental Stewardship
Stable, growing organization with a no-layoff philosophy
Hypertherm Associates is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we welcome all applications. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
At Hypertherm Associates, we are committed to building an inclusive diverse, flexible, and collaborative environment. If our mission resonates with you, but you don't meet all posted requirements, we encourage you to still apply. We will evaluate your application materials and may suggest alternative roles that better leverage your strengths and talents. For positions with multiple levels, we will evaluate your prior experience to determine the level within our organization you are best aligned based upon the job applying.
$21.74-$36.21 Hourly
This is the base pay range that an applicant can expect to make upon hire. Pay within this range will vary based upon relevant experience, skills, and education among other factors.