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Experienced Aerospace Manufacturing Production Worker

General Plastics Manufacturing Company
Tacoma, WA Other
POSTED ON 7/7/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/5/2026

Description

We are looking for SKILLED AEROSPACE MANUFACTURING WORKERS to make our products!


Do you have experience with assembling parts made from plastics, wood or metal?  

Or experience working in aerospace manufacturing? 

Are you looking for a great new opportunity? 


Apply today and come put your skills to work with the best in Tacoma!


WHO WE ARE AND WHAT WE DO

We make rigid and 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 our 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

Fabricates and assembles aerospace plastic products, applying knowledge of working characteristics of plastics and bonding techniques, using precision instruments, hand tools, power tools, machines, and equipment. Reads and interprets blueprints, work orders, and related documentation to determine methods and sequence of operations and dimensional and finish specifications. Inspect, part mark, and prepare products for shipping.

  • Manipulate small tools such as micrometers, calipers, box knife, exacto knife
  • Spray materials (colors, adhesives, etc...) onto plastic/foam parts
  • Cut, deflash and fabricate various rigid and flexible foam parts
  • Operate various cutting equipment such as band saws, table saws, routers and shapers; operate various mixing equipment
  • Read, interpret and convey instructions, verbally and in written form
  • 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
  • Ability to follow written instructions
  • Good communication skills

Requirements

 POSITION REQUIREMENTS

  • Must have a high school diploma or GED
  • Must have previous experience in manufacturing (preferably in aerospace or plastics manufacturing)
  • Must have 5 years of demonstrated work experience

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Standing 8 hours per day
  • Ability to occasionally lift up to 50#
  • 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 $20.50 - $23.50/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**** 

Salary : $21 - $24

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