Machinist

About the role

This role involves setting up and operating manual and numerically controlled machine tools, assembling and disassembling turbine components, and following safety standards and processes.

Responsibilities

• Prioritize safety above all else by adhering to safety standards and processes.
• Set up and operate a variety of machines performing various machining operations from simple to very complex using both manual and CNC machining equipment.
• Select and grind tools in accordance with hardness, machine capability, and properties of material to be machined.
• Use a variety of measuring devices.
• Use a variety of associated shop equipment and tooling.
• Utilize hand tools to assemble and disassemble components.
• Embrace a culture of respect, valuing inclusive teams and diverse perspectives to direct and train others as assigned.
• Approach daily work with continuous improvement in mind, working to continuously develop and improve mechanical assembly department practices to reduce cycle time, improve machine availability and efficiency, and lower operating costs.

Requirements

• Able to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to lift, move and manipulate fixtures and component hardware up to 25 lbs. with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Associate's Degree in a Machining discipline and a minimum of 1 year general machine shop experience in set-up and operation of a variety of manual and CNC machines.
• High School Diploma/GED with a Machining certification from an accredited university with courses covering mathematics, CNC Milling, CNC Lathes, Print Reading, Machine Tooling, G&M code, FANUC controls, and hands-on machine application.
• Journeyman's card with completion of a Machining apprentice program and a minimum of 1-year general machine shop experience in set-up and operation of a variety of manual and CNC machines.
• Ability to maintain rigorous adherence to safety standards and processes.
• 5-years’ experience in Steam Turbine Repairs.
• 3-years’ experience in MasterCam and Verisurf.
• Strong math skills to include trigonometry, algebra, etc.
• CNC, M and G code programming experience.
• Large CNC lathe, Horizontal Boring Mill (HBM), or Large Vertical Boring Mill (VBM) experience.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in a Machining discipline and a minimum of 1 year general machine shop experience in set-up and operation of a variety of manual and CNC machines.
• High School Diploma/GED with a Machining certification from an accredited university with courses covering mathematics, CNC Milling, CNC Lathes, Print Reading, Machine Tooling, G&M code, FANUC controls, and hands-on machine application.
• Journeyman's card with completion of a Machining apprentice program and a minimum of 1-year general machine shop experience in set-up and operation of a variety of manual and CNC machines.

Skills

• Ability to maintain rigorous adherence to safety standards and processes.
• 5-years’ experience in Steam Turbine Repairs.
• 3-years’ experience in MasterCam and Verisurf.
• Strong math skills to include trigonometry, algebra, etc.
• CNC, M and G code programming experience.
• Large CNC lathe, Horizontal Boring Mill (HBM), or Large Vertical Boring Mill (VBM) experience.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
• Access to a Health Coach, a 24/7 nurse-based resource.
• Access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services.
• The GE Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions.
• Tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.

Pay

The hourly pay for this position is $28.68 USD per hour.

Schedule

New hires will work our 1st shift work schedule of Monday-Friday 6:00AM – 2:30PM ET during training. New hires will move to our 2nd shift work schedule of Monday-Friday 4:10PM – 1:00AM ET after training is complete. Overtime is available but not mandatory. Opportunities to switch shifts is based on business need and customer demand.