Machinist jobs in Washington

Description

ABOUT THE WALLA WALLA FOUNDRY
Walla Walla Foundry is one of the largest fine art fabricators in the world. Originally founded in 1981 as a bronze casting foundry, it now employs over 100 people and produces work in a range of materials and through multiple processes. The foundry casts in various alloys, including bronze, copper, brass, stainless steel and silver.  It also produces work in wood, resin, glass and wax.  It houses an advanced technological infrastructure encompassing a digital design and modeling department, three high resolution five axis CNC machines, 3D Printing, 3D scanning, and high precision water jet cutting services.

ABOUT THE JOB
The Machinist is responsible for setting up and operating a variety of machine tools to produce precision parts and pieces used in the creation of unique contemporary sculpture.  Equipment and machines operated include CNC Waterjet, horizontal bandsaw, milling and lathe machine.  This position will also back-up other production work which could include welding and sanding.  Position is onsite, at Walla Walla Foundry. This is a full-time hourly position; regular work hours are 7am-3:30 pm Monday through Friday. Overtime work (5 am start and Saturday shift) required, per project deadlines. 

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

The ideal candidate is someone with proven work experience and a strong mechanical background, looking for a company and a position in which they can grow in skills and a career.  The ideal candidate is one who enjoys working on a variety of projects and machines and problem solving.  Keys to success include reliability, self-motivation, willingness to learn and approaching work with a safety mindset.  

Requirements

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High school graduate, or equivalent.  AA or technical school machining certificate or other trade school a plus
• 3 years of applicable industrial experience.  Prior experience must include operation of a CNC plasma or waterjet and/or lathe. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ENVIRONMENT

This is an active role—frequent standing, walking, twisting, lifting and/or moving up to 25 lbs. regularly and up to 50 lbs. occasionally, drives a fork truck. Environment is industrial and can be dirty, dusty, and noisy.  PPE required and worn frequently include safety glasses, ear protection, face shields, respirators, and sturdy work boots.

WAGE AND BENEFITS
Wage range is: $22.00 to $29.96/hour, depending on experience. New hires generally start at or below midpoint. Walla Walla Foundry offers a comprehensive benefits package, including 100% paid employee health/vision and $10/month towards dental insurance; paid time off includes Vacation, Sick Leave, and 6 holidays.  Other benefits include Long Term Disability, Life Insurance and FSA.  After 1 year, 401k with employer match.

HOW TO APPLY

Complete the online application through the link below.  Resume and/or letter of introduction (optional)

Walla Walla Foundry requires a post-offer drug test (because this is a safety sensitive role, the screen includes THC) and background check. 

The Walla Walla Foundry is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, citizenship, sex, marital status, military or veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, political ideology, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by federal or state law.