Machinist I – Turbocharger Tech, Hands-On Growth

Cooper Machinery Services; Kent (WA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) with match

Parental leave

Arc Fertility Benefits

EAP

Job summary

Cooper Machinery Services in Kent, WA is seeking a Machinist I to tear down, inspect, document turbochargers, and prepare components for rebuild. You’ll work hands-on with precision tools, follow quality standards, and contribute to the full turbocharger process.

The role emphasizes safe, accurate work, lifting up to 50 lbs, basic computer use, and growing your skills in a long-established company with strong benefits starting day one.

Qualifications

• Ability to read instructions and technical drawings with strong mechanical aptitude.
• Comfortable and accurate with precision measuring tools.
• Able to lift at least 50 lbs and perform sustained physical work.

Responsibilities

• Independently tear down and assess turbochargers, evaluating component condition against Cooper's quality standards.
• Document findings clearly — taking condition photos and completing all required paperwork for every job.
• Perform sandblasting and glass beading to prepare component surfaces for rebuild.
• Clean and degrease turbocharger components to meet strict quality and cleanliness standards.
• Package finished products for shipment according to customer and company specifications.
• Work safely at all times, following Cooper and government safety policies to protect yourself and your teammates.
• Keep your workstation and the shop organized, pitching in on day-end clean-up.
• Take on additional projects as assigned, and grow your skills across the full turbocharger process.

Skills

Precision measuring tools

Mechanical aptitude

Reading technical drawings

Clear communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

ERP/data-entry systems

Job description

Cooper Machinery Services in Kent, WA is seeking a Machinist I to tear down, inspect, document turbochargers, and prepare components for rebuild. You’ll work hands-on with precision tools, follow quality standards, and contribute to the full turbocharger process.

The role emphasizes safe, accurate work, lifting up to 50 lbs, basic computer use, and growing your skills in a long-established company with strong benefits starting day one.