Job Description Summary

Job Description

Basic Qualifications

• High School Education or GED equivalency.
• 5 years machine shop experience

Eligibility Requirements:

• Ability and willingness to use basic hand tools and measuring devices (i.e. - dial calipers, rulers, tape measures, protractors, micrometers, gauges, etc.) as required within department.
• Expert understanding of blueprint and process sheet interpretation
• Prior working knowledge of machine shop operations

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

• Set up and operate CNC equipment
• Assist programmer in planning sequence of work operations and may assist in modification of programs.
• Propose program edits for necessary revisions required in order to manufacture parts per print specifications (verification by Programmer 4), as required
• Run new part/NPD material at infancy stages and propose required edits and sequencing of operations to include any tooling changes required.
• Read, translate, and verbalize G code program, as presented. Recognize and propose the needed edits to correct both Mill and Lathe programs as selected by Programmer 4 and Management.
• Write simple programs in order to create fixture and tooling.
• Machinist should demonstrate the ability to troubleshoot Lathe and Mill machines, including performance of necessary actions to ensure machine is running true. Includes the following actions as required:
• For Lathe – Indicate fixtures or parts and bore jaws as needed
• For Mill – Tram in the 4th and 5th Axis; Ensure tooling runs true, indicate fixtures/parts and set proper work offsets
• Ensure speeds, feeds, and tooling is correct for material being processed in order to maximize machine efficiency.
• Set up and operate at least 2 types of CNC equipment (i.e. – lathe & mill).
• Determines and may edit programs to ensure proper radius, contour, and angle measurements.
• Operate any type and size of single spindle or multiple spindle on a variety of operations (drilling, reaming, boring, tapping, spot facing, countersinking, etc)
• Use all tools, jigs, fixtures, and gages necessary to perform operations
• May set up and operate lathes, drill presses, milling machines, grinders, and hand tools to fabricate parts and tools
• Check for proper tooling, sharpness, & alignment
• Work with close tolerances and fine finishes
• Perform tool offset and load parts
• Operate multiple machines simultaneously
• Perform duties on complex prototypes or first-time builds.
• Compliantly troubleshoots tools, fixtures, and equipment as necessary
• Perform job responsibilities according to internal process specifications and third-party requirements
• Frequent interaction with internal and/or external customers and support functions (i.e. – Planners, Engineering) outside of home department
• Utilize proper PPE, safety equipment, and follow safety procedures
• Participate in and lead team initiatives.

Desired Qualifications:

• 5-10 years machine shop experience in a manufacturing environment
• Education and/or training in machine shop operations
• Understanding of CNC and manual machine operations
• Programming knowledge to include reading and editing of programs
• Experience in a self-directed team environment
• Lean manufacturing knowledge

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to lift 40 – 82lbs’s (heavier items with assistance).
• Must be able to push/pull up to 20lbs’s.

The pay for this position is $28/hr. This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus based on a percentage of your base salary/ commission based on the plan. This posting is expected to close on 4/30/25.

Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling, and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.

General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., their successors, and in some cases their affiliates, each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a “Sponsor”). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor’s welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation for purposes of participating in the application/hiring process with GE. If you are unable or limited in your ability to apply or interview as a result of your disability, you can request reasonable accommodations by emailing us at accommodation.mailbox@ge.com.

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screen (as applicable).

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.

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