Machinists for hire in Seattle, WA

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  • Most popular skills

    Communication Skills7%
    Machining6%
    Time Management5%
  • Education level

    High school diploma or GED66%
    Associate's degree22%
    Vocational or technical training10%
  • Years of experience

    1-2 years6%
    3-5 years12%
    6-10 years28%
  • Current company

    Us navy
    Valley Machine Shop
    A&G Machine
  • Time at current job

    Less than a year17%
    1-2 years13%
    2-5 years33%

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Last updated: Aug 31, 2026

Machinist: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Seattle, WA: $111,579 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from $74,642$166,794 yearly

*Indeed data (US)

  • CNC Lathe Machinist

    Seattle, Washington State

    Licenses & certifications

    MIG WeldingStick WeldingWelding MachinesTIG WeldingShielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW)Welding Certification+3 more

    Skills

    CNC LatheTurningMachiningCNCLatheWarehouse Experience
  • Machinist Operator

    Shoreline, Washington State

    Licenses & certifications

    Roof WaterproofingMetal Roof InstallationRoofing & Siding InstallationRoofing RepairAsphalt Shingle InstallationDriver's License+3 more

    Skills

    Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementLeadershipSupervising ExperienceRoofing
  • CNC Machinist

    Kent, Washington State

    Licenses & certifications

    Plumbing LicenseAir Conditioning CertificationScissor Lift CertificationDriver's LicenseNon-CDL Class CForklift Certification+3 more

    Skills

    Heavy LiftingTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsPublic SpeakingService Technician Experience
  • CNC Operator

    Renton, Washington State

    Licenses & certifications

    Microsoft Office SpecialistAEDDriver's LicenseCPRForklift CertificationPallet Jack Certification

    Skills

    LeadershipOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsTime ManagementMicrosoft OfficeProductivity Software
  • General Manager

    Seattle, Washington State

    Licenses & certifications

    First Aid CertificationCPRCNAForklift Certification

    Skills

    CNC MachiningCoordinate Measuring Machines (CMMs)CMM Dimensional InspectionTurningLatheEquipment Repair
  • CNC Machine operator / Fabrication department

    Renton, Washington State

    Licenses & certifications

    BoilerEPA Universal CertificationBoiler LicenseElectrician Apprentice

    Skills

    CNC ProgrammingCNCQuality InspectionInventory ControlInventory ManagementInterpreting Technical Drawings

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What's the average time to fill a machinist role?

The average time to fill a machinist role is 89 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.

What skills do machinists tend to have?

According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a machinist include: communication skills, machining and time management.

What licenses or certifications are common for a machinist?

Common licenses or certifications for machinists include: Driver's License, Forklift Certification and CPR.

What are some job titles related to machinists?

According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to machinists include: group lead machinist, CNC machinist and aerospace machinist.

What level of education is common for a machinist?

High school diploma or GED is the most common level of education for a machinist in Seattle, WA, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

How many years of experience is common for a machinist?

Most machinists have 14 years of professional experience.

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