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CNC Programmer/Machinist

General Plastics Manufacturing Company · Fox Island, WA

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Level
Technician
Team
Manufacturing
Experience asked
10+ years
Industry
Industrial
Posted
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The role in 30 seconds

An engineer-level manufacturing role at General Plastics Manufacturing Company (industrial) in Fox Island, WA. Earn $100K per year or more in total compensation!

They ask for
10+ years
Tools it names
GD&T, Robotics, CNC, Machining, Tooling
Day to day
some off-shift / weekend coverage

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How this role compares

Against 15 other live manufacturing postings in Washington.

Experience asked
More than usual (10+ vs 5+)

Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.

Skills these teams ask for most

  • ✓ CNC 63%
  • ✓ Machining 56%
  • ✓ Tooling 56%
  • ✓ GD&T 50%
  • CATIA / NX 38%
  • ✓ Team leadership 38%

✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.

It asks for 10+ years. If you're close, apply anyway: requirements are a wish list. Talk to someone on the team first.

At a glance

Off-shift / weekend coverageLifts up to 75 lbs

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How to get in at this plant

Five moves over a week or two. The first one takes ten minutes.

  1. 1

    Pick 2–3 people on the Manufacturing team at General Plastics Manufacturing Company

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  2. 2

    Send a short, curious note

    One real question about their work. No favors yet. Each person gets a different note, written for this role.

  3. 3

    Turn a reply into a short call

    Questions worth asking about this team:

    • What does a normal week look like on your team?
    • Is the work mostly new product launches or sustaining existing lines?
    • How much time do you spend on the floor versus at a desk?
    • How does off-shift and weekend coverage work?
    • How did you land the job? What stood out in your interviews?
  4. 4

    Apply with someone vouching for you

    If the call went well, ask whether they’d pass your résumé to the hiring manager. Send your résumé link, apply that day, and let them know.

  5. 5

    Bring proof to the interview

    One page of before-and-after numbers from projects you led: scrap, OEE, cycle time, cost. Plant managers hire on results.

Full description from General Plastics Manufacturing CompanyAs posted on their careers site.Show

What you will do

Write programs in Mastercam for complete parts including fixture, jigs, tools, and work-aids for any setups required. Ability to operate all machines with minimal direction Run multiple CNC machines simultaneously Ability to edit CNC programs at the machine or with CAM programming Experience and familiarity with 3, 4, and 5 axis machines Review all engineering, work instructions and affiliated tooling for clarity and quality Work well with CNC team members Experience with set up and precision hand tools Demonstrated ability with completing work orders and meeting stringent customer timelines Self-motivated with excellent time management skills Must have experience with aerospace components

Requirements

Minimum of 5 years of experience setting up with 3, 4, and 5 axis machines Minimum of 5 years of experience with Programming using Mastercam Experienced with Haas and Fanuc Excellent mechanical aptitude Knowledgeable about CNC maintenance and all equipment capabilities Must have a high school diploma or GED Excellent print reading skills and interpreting GD&T per ASME Y14.5M-1994, or later, standard. Must be able to receive and interpret instructions and directions from supervisors and peers Must demonstrate good judgment to perform the job correctly and safely Excellent verbal and written communication skills Experience machining plastics or composites strongly preferred Physical

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Description: YOUR FUTURE STARTS HERE! Earn $100K per year or more in total compensation! We are a premier aerospace manufacturer in Tacoma, and we are seeking an experienced CNC PROGRAMMER/MACHINIST to join our team. COME CREATE A LASTING CAREER AT GENERAL PLASTICS MANUFACTURING COMPANY NOT JUST ANOTHER JOB! We are seeking a CNC Programmer with strong Machinist skills and the ability to utilize Mastercam. The ideal candidate has 10 years' experience in the industry, with at least 5 doing setup and 5 doing programming. We work with Haas and CMS machines and with Haas and Fanuc controls.

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