CNC Machinist
Company: General Plastics Manufacturing Company
Location: Tacoma
Posted on: March 17, 2026
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Job Description:
ARE YOU AN EXPERIENCED AEROSPACE CNC MACHINIST LOOKING FOR A NEW
OPPORTUNITY WITH ONE OF THE BEST KEPT SECRETS IN TACOMA? GENERAL
PLASTICS IS HIRING NOW AND YOU SHOULD DEFINITELY CHECK US OUT! WHO
WE ARE AND WHAT WE DO WE MAKE RIGID & FLEXIBLE POLYURETHANE FOAM
AND BUILD-TO-PRINT COMPOSITE PARTS General Plastics has been
meeting the stringent requirements of engineers and design teams in
diverse industries for over 80 years. Commercial, military and
composite manufacturing companies use LAST-A-FOAM® rigid and
flexible foam sheet stock for its proven mechanical properties and
extraordinary versatility. They also depend on us to provide
high-quality, high-performance composite assemblies and finished
custom parts. We work with our customers through the design
process, feasibility, fabrication, and delivery of custom parts.
From high-temperature tooling boards, core material or custom
fabricated assemblies, expect quality, uniformity, and stability of
materials with General Plastics. From the oceans' depths to deep
space, we shape great ideas into reality! JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY
CNC Machinist will operate computer-controlled tools to machine or
process parts, tools, or other work pieces primarily of
polyurethane foam but other materials as well. Reads and interprets
blueprints, work orders, and related documentation to determine
methods and sequence of operations, in addition to, dimensional and
finish specifications. * Measure dimensions of finished work pieces
to ensure conformance to specifications, using precision measuring
instruments, templates, and fixtures * Mount, install, align,
secure tools, attachments, fixtures, and work pieces on machines,
using hand tools and precision measuring instruments * Ability to
effectively and efficiently setup and breakdown machines, removing
finished work pieces, tooling changes, or work piece placement,
according to required machining sequences * Read, interpret and
convey instructions, verbally and in written form Education, Skills
and Certifications * Must have a high school diploma or GED * 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 * Experience with GD and T * Must be
process minded with experience leading and participating in
Continuous Improvement initiatives * Have a minimum of 2 years of
CNC experience Preferred Applicants will also possess the
following: * Experience operating HAAS and CMS machines * Strong GD
and T knowledge * Process control minded * Excellent communication
and interpersonal skills Physical Requirements * Standing 8 hours
per day * Finger dexterity - the ability to make precisely
coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp,
manipulate, or assemble very small objects * Arm-hand steadiness -
the ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm
or while holding your arm and hand in one position * Ability to
work with or around chemical solvents SHIFT This position requires
that you are available for either day or swing shift. We offer a
$1.50 shift premium for anyone on swing shift. Overtime is optional
and never mandatory! WHAT WE HAVE TO OFFER Your innovation and hard
work can help create some of the most unique high performance
plastic products for emerging markets, and long-term customers in
the country. As a result, you'll find one of the best compensation,
benefits and advancement programs in the industry. We're looking
for energetic, motivated people with a "can-do" attitude and a
desire to work "smart." If you are a person with a strong work
ethic who enjoys the chance to excel in a positive, team-oriented
setting, you'll find General Plastics to be a rewarding
environment. PAY STARTS BETWEEN $25.00 - $35.00/hr PLUS BONUS -
DEPENDING ON EXPERIENCE Our Total Compensation Package is Beyond
the Industry Average and includes the following: * Profit-Sharing
Bonus Program paid 3 times per year * Outstanding Platinum Health
Care Benefits including zero premium for medical and vision for
entire family & zero premiums for dental for employee * Company
Matched 401K up to 8% * Employee Assistance Plan * We encourage
healthy eating and subsidize lunchroom food/beverage costs *
Disability & Life Insurance Package * Flexible Spending and
Dependent Care Accounts available * Generous Earned Time Off Plan
starts at 15 days of leave per year * 9 Paid Holidays ITAR - US
Persons Status Due to General Plastics' participation in the
defense industry, International Traffic in Arms (ITAR) requires
that access to sensitive information and material pertaining to
defense and military related technologies may only be accessed,
viewed, or shared by US Persons as defined by law. A "US Person"
can be a US citizen, a lawful permanent legal resident, or an
individual who has been admitted as a refugee or asylee. General
Plastics Manufacturing Company EEO Statement General Plastics is
committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal
opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race,
national origin, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender
identity, disability, veteran status, or any other legally
protected status. Should you have a disability that requires
assistance and/or reasonable accommodation with the job application
process, please contact the Human Resources department at (253)
473-5000. Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace General Plastics is a
Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace, and both post offer applicants and
employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, PCP,
opioids, amphetamines, and alcohol when criteria are met as
outlined in our company policies. We are a federal subcontractor,
and we test for marijuana Compensation details: 25-35 Hourly Wage
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Keywords: General Plastics Manufacturing Company, Renton , CNC Machinist, Engineering , Tacoma, Washington
