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CNC Machinist

American Workforce Group
Tacoma, WA Full Time
POSTED ON 6/2/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/1/2026

Ready to machine precision into every part? Build the future of aerospace!

  

American Workforce Group has partnered with a premier aerospace fabrication facility in Tacoma, WA looking for a dual-threat CNC Machinist. This is a high-level role for a professional who thrives on the complexity of aerospace components and high-tolerance manufacturing.

  

If you're a motivated expert who takes pride in flawless toolpaths and technical excellence, we want you in the shop!

  

What You’ll Do as a CNC Machinist:

      

  • Multiaxis Milling: Set up, program, and operate 3-axis, 4-axis, and 5-axis CNC mills
  • Lathe Operations: Set up and operate CNC lathes (experience with live tooling is a major plus!).    
  • Technical Interpretation: Masterfully interpret complex engineering drawings, blueprints, and GD&T standards.    
  • Strategy & Setup: Independently select appropriate tooling, speeds, feeds, and workholding for diverse materials.  


Details for CNC Machinist: 

  • Pay Rate: $28.00 – $36.00/hour (DOE)    
  • Schedule: Monday – Friday    
  • Shift Hours: 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM (Opportunities for Overtime available!)  

  

Requirements for CNC Machinist:  

  • Aerospace Fluency: Expert ability to read and interpret complex aerospace blueprints and GD&T.    
  • Independence: Ability to develop complete programs from scratch, including toolpath strategy
  • Ability to operate CNC Lathe 

  

Full Benefits Package:

  

  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance    
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan    
  • $15,000 Life Insurance Policy    
  • PTO after the first year and WA State Paid Sick Leave  

  

Our Mission Statement: "We positively impact people and our community by placing motivated qualified individuals at great places to work."

  

To apply:

Email: piercejobs@americanworkforcegroup.com

Call:

Office Hours: Monday – Friday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM  

 

We are an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of nondiscrimination in employment on any basis including race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, age, disability, and any other status protected by law.

  

American Workforce Group

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