Kent, WA | Monday–Thursday | 1:20 PM – 11:50 PM
Are you looking to make a career shift? Looking for a reliable, stable job where you can contribute to a team, learn, and grow? Hypertherm is seeking an experienced 2nd Shift Machinist to join our Kent, Washington manufacturing team supporting our Waterjet product line. This role is ideal for a skilled machinist who enjoys hands‑on production work, consistent schedules, and contributing to a collaborative, lean manufacturing environment.
As a 100% associate‑owned global leader in industrial cutting solutions, Hypertherm offers a stable, people‑centered workplace where quality, safety, and continuous improvement matter.
How You’ll ContributeIn this role, you’ll be responsible for producing high‑quality components that meet exacting standards while supporting reliable production flow on 2nd shift.
Set up and operate manual and CNC machining equipment to produce parts that meet quality, performance, and safety standards
Perform machining, assembly, and basic packaging operations as required
Use precision measurement tools to verify part conformance and dimensional accuracy
Make routine machine adjustments and support basic troubleshooting to reduce downtime
Follow work instructions, setup sheets, engineering drawings, and safety requirements
Participate in lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, and efficiency
Collaborate with teammates and shift leadership to meet daily production priorities
Required Qualifications
5+ years of hands‑on experience setting up and operating manual and CNC machines in a manufacturing environment
High School Diploma or GED
Strong working knowledge of shop math, including basic arithmetic, geometry, and Cartesian coordinate systems
Proven ability to use precision measuring equipment such as calipers, micrometers, bore gauges, height gauges, comparators, and dial indicators
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, work orders, and written instructions
Basic computer skills, including familiarity with MS Office
Clear communication skills and the ability to work reliably on a fixed 2nd‑shift schedule
Preferred (Not Required)
Associate degree or technical certification in Machining or a related field
Experience working in lean manufacturing or continuous improvement environments
Basic machine and process troubleshooting experience
Comfort using process documentation and setup instructions
- Competitive Compensation: Base hourly pay and a 10% shift differential, PLUS an Annual Profit-Sharing with a target of 20% BONUS
- 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, 3 Paid Sick Days, 10 holidays, and 40 hours of Community Service Time
- An on-site primary care health clinic, cafeterias, and gym facilities
- Developmental opportunities and college tuition program assistance
At Hypertherm Associates, we are committed to building an inclusive diverse, flexible, and collaborative environment. If our mission resonates with you, but you don’t meet all posted requirements, we encourage you to still apply. We will evaluate your application materials and may suggest alternative roles that better leverage your strengths and talents. For positions with multiple levels, we will evaluate your prior experience to determine the level within our organization you are best aligned based upon the job applying.
CURRENT ASSOCIATES OR TEMPORARY ASSOCIATES: Please apply via your internal Workday career account.$21.74-$36.21 HourlyThis is the base pay range that an applicant can expect to make upon hire. Pay within this range will vary based upon relevant experience, skills, and education among other factors.
Skills Required
- 5+ years of experience setting up and operating manual and CNC Machines
- High School Diploma or GED
- Ability to utilize math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and geometry
- Skill in reading and interpreting documents such as work orders, drawings, manuals
- Good communication and computer skills using MS Office
What We Do
Hypertherm Associates is a U.S. based manufacturer of industrial cutting products and software. Its products, including Hypertherm plasma and OMAX waterjet systems, are used by companies around the world to build ships, airplanes, and railcars; construct steel buildings, fabricate heavy equipment, erect wind turbines, and more. In addition to cutting systems, the company creates CNCs and software trusted for performance and reliability that result in increased productivity and profitability for hundreds of thousands of businesses. Founded in 1968, Hypertherm Associates is a 100 percent Associate-owned company, employing approximately 2,000 Associates, with operations and partner representation worldwide. Learn more at www.HyperthermAssociates.com. Fifty years ago, in a small two car garage, Hypertherm began its journey with simple, powerful ideas about business and an invention that shaped the future of industrial cutting. The same ideals that fueled our inception all those years ago are still what drive us today: a passion for challenging what is achievable with the products we create, the culture we foster, and the experience we deliver to our customers. As we look to the horizon and the next 50 years, we are proud that our people, partners, and innovations will shape the future with solutions that make anything possible for industries around the world. Key elements of the Hypertherm formula include: • Dedicated Associates focused on customer-centered product design and support • Local sales and service • Broad application experience and proven results • Sustainable and ethical business practices benefit our customers and communities
