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Machinist Level 1 (Swiss Machine)

Precision Castparts Corp. (PCC)
life insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k)
United States, Washington, Kent
Jan 30, 2026
Country

United States of America


State / County

Washington


City

Kent


Division

EPD



Company

Centrix Aerospace


Function

Operations


Workplace Type

On-Site


Position type

Full Time









Opportunity ID


20477



Company Profile

With more than 120 operations and approximately 20,000 employees worldwide, Precision Castparts Corp. is the market leader in manufacturing large, complex structural investment castings, airfoil castings, forged components, aerostructures and highly engineered, critical fasteners for aerospace applications. In addition, we are the leading producer of airfoil castings for the industrial gas turbine market. We also manufacture extruded seamless pipe, fittings, and forgings for power generation and oil & gas applications; commercial and military airframe aerostructures; and metal alloys and other materials for the casting and forging industries. With such critical applications, we insist on quality and dependability - not just in the materials and products we make, but in the people we recruit.

PCC is relentless in its dedication to being a high-quality, low-cost and on-time producer; delivering the highest value to its customers while continually pursuing strategic, profitable growth.

In 2016, Berkshire Hathaway, led by Chairman and CEO Warren E. Buffett, acquired Precision Castparts Corp.



Job Description

Position Summary:

Currently, we're seeking a machinist to operate Swiss machines and manufacture our Bilok(tm) fasteners. This position requires making high quantities of a single part and making sure all quality requirements are met.

Shift:

  • Monday-Thursday, 3:00am - 1:30pm
  • Monday-Thursday, 1:00pm - 11:30pm

Reporting Relationships:

The Machinist will report to the Manufacturing Manager.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Run Swiss machines efficiently to maximize production.
  • Load bars and tools as needed.
  • Start and observe machine operations to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining and adjust machine controls or control media as required.
  • Verify conformance of finished work piece to specifications, using precision measuring instruments.
  • Ability to work in a team environment.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

  • Working with tenth tolerances.
  • Capable of reading mechanical drawings.
  • Familiar with a variety of measuring instruments. Micrometers, calipers, height gauges, indicators, etc.
  • Demonstrated oral communication skills.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills.

PREFERRED SKILLS

  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Machine Shop Trade School or Apprenticeship or Equivalent experience
  • Knowledge of general machining processes using a wide variety of machine tools
  • Experience working with Swiss machines not required but useful.
  • Understanding of CNC type machines and the processes they use, such as set-ups, monitoring, change-outs, etc.
  • Know how to maintain a clean and orderly work area
  • Blueprint reading and basic math skills
  • Good manual dexterity
  • Ability to professionally communicate and work cooperatively with others
  • Basic English language skills and ability to read, follow, and interpret work instructions
  • Attention to detail


All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

For informational purposes only, the range of pay for this role is $20.50 to $21.00 US Dollar (USD) Hourly based on a variety of factors. Employees will receive 80 hours paid time off every year. Employees will also receive 10 paid holidays. Employees (and their families) are eligible to participate in the company's medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are eligible to enroll in the Company's 401(k) plan.

This position requires use of information or access to production processes subject to national security controls under U.S. export control laws and regulations (including, but not limited to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR)). To comply with those regulations, this position may require applicants to be U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce.

Precision Castparts Corp. and its affiliates do not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited resumes will become the property of Precision Castparts Corp & its affiliates, and no fee will be paid.
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