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CNC Programmer

Mukilteo, WA

Posted: 08/10/2026 Industry: Operations Job Number: 3649785 Pay Rate: 50/hour - 70/hour

Job Description


CNC Set-Up/Programmer III

Location: Mukilteo, WA (Onsite)

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule: Monday–Friday

Compensation: $51 – $70 / hr

What We Offer
  • Health/dental/vision coverage
  • Employer-paid and supplemental life insurance
  • Short- and long-term disability insurance
  • Generous paid time off and holiday pay
  • Monthly remote work stipend (for remote employees who qualify)
  • 401(k) investment plan, with an employer match of up to 4%
  • Education support program
  • Safety eyeglasses/shoe reimbursement
  • Referral bonuses
  • Bonus plan for all full-time employees

Overview

We are searching for a CNC Set Up/Programmer III to set up, program utilizing CAD/CAM software, and operate conventional, special purpose, and CNC Machining Centers to ready machines to fabricate metallic and nonmetallic parts. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background, exceptional problem-solving skills, and a proven track record of delivering high-quality machined parts in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities
  • Set up and operate CNC machines for production runs, including selecting tooling, loading materials, and securing workpieces
  • Interpret engineering drawings, models, and specifications to develop CNC programs for milling, turning, drilling, and other machining operations
  • Program CNC machines using CAD/CAM software (e.g., Mastercam, GibbsCAM) to generate toolpaths, optimize machining sequences, and maximize efficiency
  • Conduct test runs and verify program accuracy by performing trial cuts and measurements on sample workpieces
  • Lead and coordinate machining projects, including scheduling, resource allocation, and communication with stakeholders
  • Monitor machining processes and make adjustments as needed to ensure quality, accuracy, and adherence to production schedules
  • Troubleshoot complex machining issues and develop innovative solutions to optimize performance
  • Collaborate with engineering, production, and quality control teams to identify opportunities for process improvement and optimization
  • Train and mentor junior CNC operators and programmers on advanced setup and programming techniques
  • Perform routine maintenance on CNC machines, including cleaning, lubricating, and replacing worn or damaged components
  • Adhere to safety protocols and procedures at all times, including proper handling and operation of CNC machines and equipment

Preferred Qualifications
  • 5+ years of experience setting up and programming CNC machines in a manufacturing environment preferred
  • Expertise in CNC programming languages, such as G-code and M-code, and proficiency in CAD/CAM software
  • Strong knowledge of machining processes, tooling, materials, and surface finishes
  • Ability to interpret complex engineering drawings, models, and technical specifications
  • Exceptional problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot complex machining issues and optimize CNC programs
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to work with precision and accuracy
  • Effective communication and leadership skills, with the ability to lead and coordinate machining projects
  • Commitment to safety and adherence to company policies and procedures

Education
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field preferred
  • 2-year technical certification and equivalent experience may be substituted in lieu of degree

Who is Rainier Recruiting

Rainier Recruiting is a boutique, award winning national staffing agency and executive search firm. Using an approach that “treats every candidate like an executive search”, we offer positions in contract-to-hire, Full-Time, and executive search. Named the #1 Best Workplace in Washington State in 2022, recognized as a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing firm, and identified as a top recruitment firm by multiple business journals, Rainier Recruiting is fast becoming a respected company. We are no longer the “best recruiters you have never heard of”. Rainier Recruiting is also proud to share our clients have a 93% repeat business rate. Rainier Recruiting is an equal opportunity employer and service provider and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, political affiliation or belief, or any other protected class. We are committed to the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment and are dedicated to making employment decisions based on merit and value, for ourselves, our client companies, and for the candidates we represent. We engage in socially conscious business practices and believe that diverse, equitable, inclusive, and non-biased talent and recruitment processes are foundational to the success of every organization that we partner with.

Meet Your Recruiter

Eric Lindgren
Senior Recruiter 

Eric first learned how to find top-quality candidates and conduct effective interviews while still in school in 2008. In all his jobs since, he used that knowledge to help the company hire. In 2018, Eric became a full-time recruiter, mainly working on roles in the industrial and skilled trades industries. Since then, he has hired candidates from all industry sectors and walks of life.

Eric joined Rainier Recruiting in 2021, working from his home in the beautiful Willamette Valley in Oregon. Outside work, Eric enjoys playing tabletop games and spending time with his wife and two boys. Eric is one of the few Rainier Recruiting employees with a cat rather than a dog. His cat, Pirate, enjoys sitting on the keyboard while Eric tries to write emails. Pirate is especially fond of the letter rrrr.

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About Mukilteo, WA

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