Manual Machine Operator 3 (Machine Shop)

Job description

**Job Description Summary**

**Job Description**

**Basic Qualifications:**

+ High School Diploma or GED equivalency.
+ 3 years machine shop experience
+ 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.
+ Intermediate mathematical calculations involving decimals, ratios, etc.
+ Intermediate understanding of blueprint and process sheet interpretation
+ Prior working knowledge of machine shop operations.

**Essential Functions & Responsibilities:**

+ Plan sequence of operations to produce part(s).
+ Set up and operate all manual equipment.

(i.e. - lathes, drill presses, milling machines, grinders, hand tools to fabricate parts and tools, etc.)
+ Set up and operate CNC lathes, milling machines, grinders, and EDM.
+ Perform duties on complex prototypes or first-time builds.
+ Compliantly troubleshoots tools, fixtures, and equipment as necessary
+ Ensure speeds, feeds, and tooling is correct for material being processed.
+ 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.
+ Report problems to appropriate resource and/or Coach.
+ Proactively work to improve efficiency and quality of products.
+ Participate in and support team initiatives.
+ Utilize proper PPE, safety equipment, and follow safety procedures per position requirements.
+ Exemplifies and coaches’ others on the GE Leadership behaviors.
+ Other duties as be required

**Desired Qualifications:**

+ 3-5 years machine shop experience in a manufacturing environment
+ Education and/or training in machine shop operations
+ Understanding of CNC and manual machine operations
+ Experience in a self-directed team environment
+ Lean manufacturing knowledge • Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment.
+ Humble: respectful, receptive, agile, eager to learn.
+ Transparent: shares critical information, speaks with candor, contributes constructively
+ Focused: quick learner, strategically prioritizes work, committed
+ Leadership ability: strong communicator, decision-maker, collaborative.
+ Problem-solver: analytical-minded, challenges existing processes, critical thinker
+ Ability to use Microsoft applications to analyze data (i.e. –Word, Excel, Oracle, etc.).
+ Familiarity with 5S & lean manufacturing knowledge

**Physical Demands:**

+ Ability to continuously use hands and fingers in repetition.
+ Ability to occasionally bend, stoop, twist, crouch, squat, climb, and/or balance.

• Ability to continuously sit; ability to occasionally lift to 20-85 lbs (heavier items with assistance); ability to push/pull up to 22 lbs.

*All job descriptions are subject to change.

The pay for this position is $24.70/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 8/31/25.

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.

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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.

Therefore, for applicants who are not asylees, refugees, lawful permanent residents or U.S. Citizens (i.e., not a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), otherwise known as a U.S. Person), final offers will be contingent on the ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government._

**Additional Information**

GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation.

GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights_10_20.pdf) .

Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE Aerospace will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening.

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

**Relocation Assistance Provided:** No
GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

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