05330 - Machine Operator I

Position Type: Full-Time
Location: Kent, WA
Pay Range: $20.00–$31.60 per hour, depending on experience (targeting the entry-to-mid portion of the range)
Open Positions: 2
Citizenship: U.S. Citizenship Required
Education Required: High School Diploma or GED

Available Shifts:

• 1st Shift: Monday–Thursday, 3:30 AM–2:00 PM or 4:30 AM–2:00 PM
• 2nd Shift: Monday–Thursday, 2:30 PM–1:00 AM
• Weekend Shift: Friday–Sunday, 5:00 AM–5:30 PM

Position Overview

We are seeking an Aerospace Machine Operator I to set up, program, and operate industrial machinery used to form, cut, bend, size, and machine aerospace-quality components made from nickel, stainless steel, and titanium alloys.

The selected candidate will follow established manufacturing processes and work under direct supervision to produce components that meet customer-specified tolerances and quality standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure proper machine setup to produce quality parts conforming to customer-specified tolerances.
• Follow written instructions, sketches, drawings, and manufacturing documentation.
• Use precision measuring instruments to verify part tolerances and quality.
• Perform work in accordance with established manufacturing standards and safety procedures.
• Accurately enter required information into manufacturing planning and paperless timecard systems.
• Perform assigned work under direct oversight.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Basic understanding of manufacturing planning and sketches.
• Knowledge of proper machine setup and use of associated tooling.
• Familiarity with machine tools and precision measuring instruments.
• Good manual dexterity.
• Ability to perform shop mathematics associated with machining operations.
• Ability to recognize when clarification is needed and ask appropriate questions.
• U.S. Citizenship required.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform physical activities requiring considerable use of the arms and legs and frequent whole-body movement.
• Ability to climb, balance, handle materials, and lift up to 50 pounds.

Work Environment

• Manufacturing environment involving industrial machinery and metal components.
• Must demonstrate safe equipment operation and use required personal protective equipment, including safety glasses or face shields, hearing protection, heat-reflective garments, and gloves as applicable.