McAllen Machine Operator – 3rd Shift – Dominators

Job Description Summary

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities:

Role Summary/Purpose

Under general supervision, sets up and operates one or more of the following machines: surface / Electrochemical grinder (ECG), lathe, mills, Electrical Discharge Machine (EDM), CNC machine, or other machines to perform diversified machining operation on blades, vanes, shrouds, and other components of turbine jet engines

Essential Responsibilities

Works from process instruction sheets, drawings, and reference technical documents

Uses general and specific knowledge of standard and specialized practices to perform work which meets all quality assurance standards of the product

Uses scales, micrometers, venires calipers, dial indicators/surface plate, surface testers, etc. to measure work

Ensures smooth product flow in the repair process

Sets up, adjusts, verifies programming, and operates CNC machines to perform a complex series of machine operations on a diversified line of work

Capable of holding close tolerances and surface finishes as required

Sets up and operates CNC machines of differing types and brands

Maintains work area housekeeping and assist in department/team housekeeping efforts

Adheres to and follow all safety procedures, i.e., lock-out/tag-out; report safety concerns, use appropriate PPE as required, and follow all safety practices

Assists with training of new associates

Qualifications/Requirements

High School Diploma/GED

Minimum 18 months of CNC machining experience or 30 college credit hours in CNC operations from an accredited college/university

Willing and able to work overtime and any shift

Requires the ability to read, write, and speak the English language: interpret and follow written procedures, i.e. AWI (Aviation Work Instructions), etc., complete documentation, i.e. routers, etc., and follow verbal instructions

Demonstrated proficiency in the use of measuring instruments, such as scales, micrometers, venires, calipers, dial indicators/ surface plates, surface testers, etc.

Desired Characteristics

Associate’s degree in CNC Machining or 2-year certificate in CNC operations

Proven experience and willingness to be self-directed and identify improvement processes

Ability and willingness to work effectively with others in a team setting

Follow and promote safe work practices

Communicate effectively with others

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.

Additional Information

GE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE is an Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088EEOCKnowYourRights1020.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 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