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OMAX Waterjet Assembler

Hypertherm Associates
Kent, WA Full Time
POSTED ON 8/29/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/27/2026
Hiring Immediately!

OMAX Waterjet Assemblers

Our Kent, WA location at OMAX is currently recruiting full-time Electro-Mechanical Assemblers. Join our team today!

Assemblers work (4) 10 hour day work schedules on either Monday-Thursday or Tuesday-Friday from 5:00am - 3:30pm based on business demand.

Starting hourly rate: $25/hour, variance is based on experience

As an OMAX Waterjet Assembler, you will work as part of a team to perform a variety of tasks using standard processes, documentation, systems, and tools to assemble our world class Waterjet systems and subassemblies using manual and power tools, fixtures, hoists, and precision measuring equipment.

In This Role, You Will

  • Operate power tools and manufacturing equipment to assemble components
  • Select, measure, and align parts or subassemblies for production
  • Perform quality checks and functional tests to identify defects or inconsistencies
  • Record production data, inventory counts, and test results in manufacturing logs or software
  • Troubleshoot assembly issues and report malfunctions or safety hazards to supervisors
  • Maintain and calibrate assembly tools and equipment
  • Occasionally interpret bills of materials and read basic blueprints and schematics following written procedures for electrical components
  • Complete assigned tasks with little supervision

Qualifications

  • Minimum education required is a HS Diploma or GED equivalent
  • Must be at least 18 years of age or older
  • Experience working in an industrial manufacturing environment
  • Basic computer skills including working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
  • Ability to read instructions and use a tablet to navigate a material selection and pick parts needed for assembly
  • Experience working with hand and power tools
  • Reliable attendance and punctuality
  • Ability to learn new processes
  • Commitment to safety, teamwork, quality, and continuous improvement
  • Relevant experience could also include automotive, small engine, or equipment repair; HVAC, electrical, construction, or industrial maintenance experience; military technical occupations; construction trades; CNC, machining, fabrication, or welding environments

Preferred Experience

  • Vocational or accredited certification within the electro-mechanical field
  • Experience with and exposure to 5S, Lean Manufacturing, and Continuous Improvement principles
  • Experience working on large mechanical components
  • Some electrical assembly experience, including experience with Ohm/volt meters and measuring devices such as calipers and dial indicators, the ability to read and interpret drawings and schematics, and attention to detail and electro-mechanical troubleshooting

Physical Demands

  • Ability to work with required PPE
  • Ability to lift up to 50lbs
  • Stand and walk for periods up to 10 hours
  • Control handheld torque and impact tools
  • Requires manual dexterity and repetitive motion activities

Why Hypertherm Associates?

As one of the world's top waterjet manufacturers, OMAX is excited to join forces with Hypertherm Associates, a global 100% employee-owned industrial cutting solutions leader frequently awarded as a Best Place to Work company and celebrated for its culture of ownership and shared rewards. As a wholly-owned subsidiary of Hypertherm, OMAX provides innovative waterjet solutions and world-class aftermarket service with the added resources of a global company with the stability of an over 50-year history with no layoffs.

A career at Hypertherm Associates comes with great pay and benefits!

  • Competitive Compensation: Base hourly pay starting at $25/hour PLUS an Annual Profit-Sharing (new associates eligible to participate starting December 2027)
  • Reduced Medical premiums – starting on Day 1
  • No layoff philosophy – We have an over 50-year history of no layoffs
  • Employee Stock Ownership in our 100% Associate-owned company. Only Associates are the stockholders of Hypertherm Associates. We work together towards our future shared success
  • A starting annual accrual of 3 weeks of Earned Time Off, 24 hours of Company-Paid Sick Dime, 10 company holidays, and 40 hours of Community Service Time
  • Internal developmental opportunities and college tuition assistance

Sound interesting? We want to have you join us as an OMAX Assembler. Apply for this Assembly role today!

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Hypertherm Associates is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we welcome all applications. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

CURRENT ASSOCIATES OR TEMPORARY ASSOCIATES: Please apply via your internal Workday career account.

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