Entering the machining trade in Bellingham, WA, typically begins with an apprenticeship, which combines practical experience with classroom instruction, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about four to five years, requiring extensive training under experienced professionals. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports approximately 288,789 machinists nationwide, with an average weekly wage of $840 and an annual overtime average of $43,840. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring machinists find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $43,000 annually for experienced professionals.
Join the LKQ Family! We're looking for motivated individuals to join our team at LKQ Corporation. With opportunities for growth, competitive benefits, and a supportive work environment, LKQ is the place to be. Apply now and take the first step toward a rewarding career! Full time $26.00/hour You could be eligible for a retention bonus up to $1,200.00. Fast paced production environment with jobs available now that include general labor, small part assembly, machining, and assembly line positions. No experience needed, all training provided. LKQ Bellingham remanufactures gasoline engines for passenger car and light trucks. No engine experience needed for most positions. Available positions may include parts handling, disassembly, cleaning, small part machining or assembly, engine component machining, cylinder head assembly, engine assembly, engine testing, and engine packaging. Full-time day and night shift positions available. Benefits: • Health, Dental, and Vision benefits for all full-time employees working 30+ hours a week • Pet Insurance • Paid Time Off • Paid Parental Leave • 401k with Generous Company Match • Company Paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability • Short Term Disability • Employee Assistance Program • Tuition Reimbursement • Employee Discounts • PNC EarnedIt Program - Access your pay when you need it! LKQ Corporation, an S&P and Fortune 500 company, is a leading provider of alternative and specialty parts to repair and accessorize automobiles and other vehicles. LKQ offers its customers a broad range of replacement systems, components, equipment and parts to repair and accessorize automobiles, trucks, and recreational and performance vehicles. Globally, LKQ has more than 1,700 operating locations and 52,000 employees. Come join our entrepreneurial, growth-oriented culture, and be LKQ Proud! We realize that our people are our most valuable asset-they are what set us apart from our competition. Our success and reputation have been built over the years by our valued employees. LKQ Team Members are the best in the business. In addition to an excellent career path with a growth company, we offer generous employee benefits, including strong 401K with company match and employee discount programs. Essential Duties and Responsibilities • Use general machine shop tools and equipment to make functional and cosmetic repairs on cast iron and aluminum engine parts in a timely manner as needed • Make press-fit oil plugs from brass and aluminum • Weld repair crankshafts using dedicated equipment • Align hone engine blocks using dedicated equipment Required Skills • The applicant must already have experience with manual mills and lathes and general machining skills. • The applicant must already have experience with tig welding and brazing. • Accurately measure with calipers, micrometers, bore gauges dial indicators and surface profile meters. • Able to work in a fast-paced production environment • Able to work as part of a team as well as independently • Basic communication skills • Basic math skills • Strong attention to detail • Situational flexibility • Able to work weekdays 6:00am-2:30pm with weekends/overtime as required Education and Experience • High school diploma or general education degree (GED) • Mechanical mindset and basic automotive knowledge preferred Physical Requirements • Move up to 50lbs • Repeatedly stand, squat, bend, and lift for long periods of time Join us for an exciting career journey with positive, driven individuals.
See More Details >>About us Trulife is an AS9100 Rev. D, ISO 9001/ 13485 certified and ITAR registered provider of medical devices, composites, turn-key assembles, and commercial/aerospace products and components located in Bellingham, WA. We are one of the Pacific Northwest's largest engineering and manufacturing services to a variety of industries and distribute to over 100 countries worldwide. We are innovative and customer centric. Our work environment includes: • Manufacturing setting • Safe work environment • Dynamic work team Overview We are seeking a Setup Machinist to join our team. In this role you will set up repeat production work on a variety of CNC Machines. Has the ability to follow documented setup instructions and qualify proven programs to certify jobs for production. Responsibilities: • Setup 3 & 4 Axis CNC Machines. • Follow proven work instructions to load tools, fixturing and code into CNC Machines. • Qualify proven programs, work with Advanced Setup Machinist or Manufacturing Leads to make tool comps and offset shifts as needed to dial in setups. • Read and understand blueprints, isometric drawings, and work orders. • Use a variety of inspection equipment to perform First Article Inspections and in process checks. • Identify and record Non-Conforming Product. • Update work instructions when needed on repeat production runs to document necessary or improved processes. • Deburr, blend, wash, and package conforming product in flow. • Make process improvements and suggestions and document it accordingly. • Participate in continuous improvement activities. • Comply, encourage, and support all safety rules and regulations. • Other reasonable duties such as business and operational needs dictate. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: • High School diploma or GED required, college level or trade school education preferred. • One or more years of experience in a related field may be substituted for education. • Ability to hit setup targets on 3 & 4 Axis repeat production work. • Understanding of GD&T. • Proficient with MRP / ERP Systems. • Effective communications skills. • Knowledge of various inspection equipment. If you have the skills and experience required for this position, we invite you to apply. We offer competitive pay based on experience, along with benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. Join our team of skilled professionals and contribute to our success in delivering high-quality precision parts. Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum. Trulife is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified, diverse, and dedicated work force. Trulife hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork, in which all employees recognize and appreciate the diversity of individual team members. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us at 360-598-8977. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $23.60 - $24.40 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week Benefits: • 401(k) • 401(k) 5% Match • 401(k) matching • Dental insurance • Employee assistance program • Employee discount • Flexible spending account • Health insurance • Life insurance • Paid time off • Tuition reimbursement • Vision insurance Schedule: • 10 hour shift • 12 hour shift • Day shift • Evening shift • Overtime Supplemental Pay: • Differential pay • Overtime pay Application Question(s): • How many years experience do you have setting up 4 axis CNC Machines? • Do you have experience with GD&T? Shift availability: • Day Shift (Preferred) • Night Shift (Preferred) • Overnight Shift (Preferred) Work Location: In person
See More Details >>About us Trulife is an AS9100 Rev. D, ISO 9001/ 13485 certified and ITAR registered provider of medical devices, composites, turn-key assembles, and commercial/aerospace products and components located in Bellingham, WA. We are one of the Pacific Northwest's largest engineering and manufacturing services to a variety of industries and distribute to over 100 countries worldwide. We are innovated and customer centric. Our work environment includes: • Manufacturing setting • Safe work environment • Dynamic work team Job Summary We are seeking a CNC Operator to join our team. As a CNC Operator, you will be responsible for operating and maintaining computer numerical control (CNC) machines to produce high-quality parts and components. A CNC Machine Operator runs repeat production work on a variety of CNC Machines. and has the ability to follow a documented proven process to produce conforming product. Day, evening, and weekend shifts availablle. Evening and weekend shifts include a shift differential on top of hourly pay rate. Responsibilities: • Basic operations of CNC Machines. • Follow proven work instructions to load material, run programs, and unload product. • Read and understand blueprints, isometric drawings, and work orders. • Use a variety of inspection equipment to perform in-process checks. • Identify and record Non-Conforming Product. • Deburr, blend, wash, package conforming product in flow. • Make process improvements suggestions and document it accordingly. • Participate in continuous improvement activities. • Comply, encourage, and support all safety rules and regulations. • Other reasonable duties as business and operational needs dictate. Education/ Experience: • High School diploma or GED required. Skills / Qualifications: To excel in this role, you should possess the following skills: • Ability to meet target run times on repeat production work. • Understanding or ability to read engineered drawings. • Proficient with MRP / ERP Systems desirable. • Effective communications skills. • Knowledge of various inspection equipment. If you have a keen eye for detail, excellent problem-solving skills, and a passion for precision manufacturing, we would love to hear from you. Join our team as a CNC Operator and contribute to the production of high-quality products. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Thank you for your understanding. Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum. Trulife is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified, diverse, and dedicated work force. Trulife hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork, in which all employees recognize and appreciate the diversity of individual team members. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us at 360-598-8977. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $21.50 - $22.40 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week Benefits: • 401(k) • 401(k) matching • Dental insurance • Employee assistance program • Employee discount • Flexible spending account • Health insurance • Life insurance • Paid time off • Tuition reimbursement • Vision insurance Schedule: • 10 hour shift • 12 hour shift Work Location: In person
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