Machine Shop Hand (Entry-Level)

Karman Space & DefenseMukilteo, WA, US

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Job Description

SHIFT : 4x10's Monday-Thursday, 5 : 00am-3 : 30pm

SUMMARY

The Shop Hand is an entry-level role supporting our CNC Machine Shop operations. This position is responsible for general shop support, material handling, housekeeping, and assisting machinists with day-to-day tasks. The role is designed as a feeder into our Machinist I track, offering hands-on exposure to CNC machining, tooling, and manufacturing workflows.

ABOUT US

Karman Space & Defense provides concept-to-production solutions for mission-critical systems on spacecraft, launch vehicles, missiles, hypersonics, and integrated defense systems. We believe that solving the industry’s most complex and mission-critical challenges requires relentless determination and a willingness to push the boundaries of possibility. Karman Space & Defense brings to bear unparalleled production capabilities, unmatched engineering expertise, and unflinching analysis to render the impossible, possible.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

Medical, Dental, Vision
Company Paid Life Insurance
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Paid Holidays
Tuition Reimbursement

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Perform general shop support tasks including cleaning, organizing, and maintaining a safe / efficient work environment.

Handle raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods (move, stage, and store as directed).

Assist machinists with setups, tool changes, and part handling.

Operate basic support equipment such as saws, deburr tools, and hand tools (training provided).

Support the shop’s 5S program : sort, set in order, shine, standardize, sustain.

Perform routine maintenance and replenishment (e.g., cutting fluid checks, shop supplies).

Run errands and assist across departments to keep production flowing.

Learn and follow all company safety and quality procedures.

Cross-train with machinists to prepare for advancement into a Machinist I role.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

High school diploma.

Strong work ethic, reliability, and willingness to learn.

Ability to lift 25–50 lbs and stand for extended periods.

Basic mechanical aptitude and comfort using hand tools.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities. The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

Karman is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis (“protected class”) including, but not limited to race; color; religion; genetic information; national origin; sex; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; age; disability; citizenship status; uniform servicemember status; or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law. Our management is dedicated to ensuring the fulfillment of this policy with respect to hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, recruitment advertising, pay, and other forms of compensation, training, and general treatment during employment.

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Shop Hand • Mukilteo, WA, US