$32 - $47 per hour
CNC Machinist Richland, WA (Onsite) System One | Full-Time | 40 Hours/Week | Contract-to-Hire System One is seeking a CNC Machinist to join our team in Richland, WA. This is an outstanding contract-to-hire opportunity fo…
Skilled Trades · Washington, DC
Machinist jobs in Washington, DC
Machinists set up and run manual and CNC machines, turning prints and CAD models into precision metal parts held to tolerances of a thousandth of an inch.
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$23–$51/hr
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$70k
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shop floor issue resolution Improve program efficiency and machining performance Coordinate with manufacturing engineers, machinists, and quality teams. Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience): Diploma / Engine…
$21 per hour
Machinist 1 - Part-Time Role Yakima, WA, US, 98903 Business Unit: Systems and Support Function: Operations TRIUMPH designs, engineers, manufactures, repairs and overhauls a broad portfolio of aviation and industrial comp…
$32 - $40 per hour
CNC Setup Machinist Position Overview We are seeking an experienced CNC Setup Machinist to join a growing advanced manufacturing team producing precision components for a variety of industries. This position is ideal for…
Activities We are seeking a motivated and reliable individual who is interested in building a career in the machining industry. A basic understanding of machining experience is required; we are willing to train the right…
$28 per hour
Manual Machinist Location: Everett, WA Pay: $28.00/hr and up (DOE) Shift: 1st Shift Job Description We are seeking a skilled Manual Machinist to join our Production team supporting the manufacturing of rods and struts. T…
$26 - $32 per hour
Job Title: CNC Operator Job Description The CNC Operator is responsible for operating CNC machinery to produce quality parts according to customer specifications and production requirements. This position will perform ma…
$26.75 - $37 per hour
Job Title: CNC Machinist Job Description We are seeking a skilled CNC Machinist to join our dynamic team. This position requires operating Lathe CNC machines such as Haas, Gantry, and Mori-seiki. You will be working with…
$24 - $55 per hour
CNC MACHINISTS – Everett, WA Pay : $24 - $55/hr Shift : Mon - Fri, 6am - 2:30pm Mon - Fri, 2pm - 10:30pm Fri - Sun, 6am - 6pm Job Description This role involves setting up and operating CNC lathes and multi-axis lathes w…
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What machinists earn in Washington
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Apprentice | $23–$30 | $48k–$62k |
| Journeyman | $29–$38 | $60k–$80k |
| Master / Lead | $36–$51 | $75k–$106k |
Adjusted for the Washington market from national ranges.
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What employers ask for
The skills these listings keep naming
CNC setup and operationG-code and CAM softwareBlueprint and GD&T readingMicrometers and calipersManual lathe and mill workTooling and speeds/feedsQuality inspectionShop math and trigonometry
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Interview questions worth rehearsing
With the thing the interviewer is actually listening for
Walk me through setting up a CNC mill for a new part.
Cover reviewing the print, workholding, tool setup and offsets, proving the program, and first-article inspection. Sequence and care are what they listen for.
How comfortable are you reading GD&T on a print?
Be honest about your level and give an example, like holding a true-position callout. If you are stronger on limit dimensions, say so.
A part starts drifting out of tolerance mid-run. What do you check?
Name the suspects in order: tool wear, thermal growth, workholding, and offsets. Show you adjust based on measurement, not guesswork.
What is your experience writing or editing G-code?
Distinguish between editing programs at the control and programming in CAM. Name the controls and software, such as Fanuc, Haas, or Mastercam.
What is the tightest tolerance you regularly hold, and on what material?
Give a real number with context. Holding a few tenths on stainless says more than any adjective.
How do you document your setups for repeat jobs?
Describe setup sheets, tool lists, and photos so the next run starts fast. Shops value machinists who make jobs repeatable.
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Resume tips that move the needle
For machinists specifically — generic advice costs you here
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State the tightest tolerances you hold routinely and the materials you cut.
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Name your controls and CAM software: Fanuc, Haas, Mazak, Mastercam, or Fusion 360.
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Distinguish operator, setup, and programming experience; each pays differently.
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List NIMS credentials or a completed machinist apprenticeship if you have them.
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Mention inspection skills and equipment, from micrometers to CMM experience.
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Include industry context such as aerospace, medical, or job-shop work, since tolerance culture differs.
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Where this role goes
Typical progression
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Machine Operator
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Machinist
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CNC Programmer
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Tool and Die Maker or Shop Lead
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