Machinist II

🌟 Position: Machinist II - Vinyl Internal Supply
📍 Location: Tacoma, WA
💲 Hourly Rate: $33-$40.00
🕒 Shift: Day Shift - 6 am to 2:30 pm, Monday to Friday

We are currently seeking a skilled Machinist II to join our team in Tacoma, at Milgard Windows and Doors. A successful candidate will be adept at reading drawings, blueprints, and specifications, fabricating parts to required dimensions and tolerances, and processing raw materials into finished parts.

MITER Brands, also known as Milgard, MI Windows & Doors and PGT Innovations, is one of the nation’s largest suppliers of vinyl windows and patio doors, with plants across the country. 

Why work at MITER BRANDS

• Read and understand drawings and blueprints; fabricate parts to required tolerances, including geometric tolerances.
• Follow standard job travelers and adhere to best practices.
• Hand tap and chase threads.
• Operate manual vertical Bridgeport-style mills, lathes, and surface grinders to manufacture components and parts.
• Operate CNC mills and lathes, including program modifications as needed.
• Write programs for CNC mills and lathes using machine interface or external software.
• Operate Wire EDM machines and make basic program modifications.
• Write programs for Wire EDM machines.
• Calculate basic angles and distances using strong mathematical knowledge.
• Assemble and disassemble complex tooling and machines.
• Check machines for correct alignment and setup.
• Dress grinding wheels and tools as required.
• Measure component and part dimensions with various measuring tools.
• Calibrate and maintain measuring tools.
• Perform maintenance and ensure proper machine function.
• Collaborate with engineers and designers in machine fabrication.
• Work with minimal supervision.
• Lead and instruct others in the proper use of machines in the tool shop.
• Cooperate in a team atmosphere and maintain a safe, clean workstation.

• Associate's degree in a technical field and a minimum of 10 years of experience in a machine manufacturing role, or an equivalent combination of experience and education.
• Ability to read and understand engineering technical drawings and prints.
• Advanced component and part measuring skills, including machinist levels, dial calipers, micrometers, indicators, bore gauges, gauge blocks, and CMMs.
• Advanced manual machining, CNC, and Wire EDM skills.
• Strong mechanical machine systems understanding (bearings, gears, cams, slides, drives, tooling, pneumatic/hydraulic systems).
• CNC programming skills via machine interface and external software.
• Knowledge of 3D CAD (SolidWorks) and CAM (MasterCAM) software is a plus but not required.
• Basic electrical and pneumatic machine control understanding.
• Ability to interface with diverse backgrounds at various organizational levels.
• Familiarity with TPM, preventative maintenance, and improvement techniques.
• Strong communication skills and detail-oriented.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Microsoft-based products is a plus.
• Knowledge of window production machinery is a plus but not required.

Our benefits package includes coverage of your health, wealth, and wellness for you and your eligible spouse/dependents. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including a 401k with company match and generous paid time off to help you balance your life. Below is a list of benefits you will enjoy while working with our company.

• Three comprehensive Medical plan options
• Prescription
• Dental
• Vision
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Supplemental Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, and Accident Insurance
• Company-paid Short-Term Disability
• Company-paid Long-Term Disability
• Paid time off (PTO) and paid Holidays
• 401k retirement plan with company match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Teladoc
• Legal Insurance
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Team Member Discount Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Yearly Wellness Clinic

MITER Brands, also known as MI Windows and Doors, Milgard and PGT Industries are an equal-opportunity employer. The company does not discriminate based on religion, race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, handicap, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other applicable legally protected category.