What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sr. Machinist - Lathe/Milling Operator position at GE Vernova?
Job Description Summary
GE Vernova’s Gas Power business engineers advanced, efficient natural gas-powered technologies and services, along with decarbonization solutions that aim to help electrify a lower carbon future. It is a global leader in gas turbines and power plant technologies and services with the industry’s largest installed base.
Job Description
Benefit Highlight:
Essential Responsibilities
As a Senior Machinist, you will set up and operate CNC machining equipment used in the manufacture of critical turbine components. This position supports multiple machining operations and requires the ability to work with close tolerances, complex drawings, and large industrial components.
Responsibilities Include
#IND
GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova 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.
GE Vernova 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: Yes
For Candidates Applying To a U.S. Based Position Only
Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, 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 Vernova 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 financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance and 12 paid holidays. New hires also two weeks of annual vacation (which may be pro-rated based on start date).
GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, “GE Vernova”) sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova 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 GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.
GE Vernova’s Gas Power business engineers advanced, efficient natural gas-powered technologies and services, along with decarbonization solutions that aim to help electrify a lower carbon future. It is a global leader in gas turbines and power plant technologies and services with the industry’s largest installed base.
Job Description
Benefit Highlight:
- Sign-On Bonus: Qualified external candidates may be eligible for a sign-on bonus ranging from $6,000 to $10,000, paid in increments.
- Relocation Assistance: Candidates relocating more than 50 miles may be eligible for relocation assistance of up to $5,000.
Essential Responsibilities
As a Senior Machinist, you will set up and operate CNC machining equipment used in the manufacture of critical turbine components. This position supports multiple machining operations and requires the ability to work with close tolerances, complex drawings, and large industrial components.
Responsibilities Include
- Set up and operate CNC milling machines, horizontal boring mills, vertical turning lathes, and/or horizontal lathes as assigned.
- Machine large turbine components and forgings to close tolerances while maintaining quality and productivity standards.
- Read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, work instructions, and CNC programs.
- Interface with quality, engineering, manufacturing, and production control teams to support daily operations.
- Perform machining operations including setup, tooling adjustments, offsets, inspections, and dimensional verification.
- Use precision measuring and gauging equipment to verify product conformance.
- Maintain accurate production, inspection, and machine records.
- Perform routine operator preventive maintenance on assigned equipment.
- Safely perform rigging, material handling, and lifting activities using cranes and related equipment.
- Operate powered industrial trucks (PIT) and other material handling equipment as required.
- Participate in continuous improvement, cycle reduction, and process improvement initiatives.
- Support Environmental, Health & Safety programs and comply with all safety requirements.
- Cross-train and support multiple machining centers and product lines as business needs require.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Associate degree or equivalent post-secondary education in Machine Tool Technology and at least 1 year of experience machining large components to close tolerances using CNC milling, boring, turning, or lathe equipment; or
- Minimum 3 years of experience machining large components to close tolerances using CNC machining centers, mills, lathes, vertical turning lathes, or horizontal boring mills; or
- Equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant machining experience.
- Flexibility: Willingness to work A, B C, or D Shift.
- A: 5AM - 3:30PM (MON, TUES, WED, TH)
- B: 3:30PM - 2AM (MON, TUES, WED, TH)
- C: 6AM - 6:30PM (FRI, SAT, SUN)
- D: 6PM - 6:30AM (FRI, SAT, SUN)
- Experience reading and interpreting blueprints, engineering drawings, and specifications.
- Experience using precision measuring equipment including micrometers, calipers, indicators, and gauges.
- Knowledge of CNC machining processes, tooling, machine setup, and offsets.
- Strong shop math skills.
- Ability to work safely in a manufacturing environment and perform material handling activities.
- Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
#IND
GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova 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.
GE Vernova 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: Yes
For Candidates Applying To a U.S. Based Position Only
- The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas.
Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, 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 Vernova 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 financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance and 12 paid holidays. New hires also two weeks of annual vacation (which may be pro-rated based on start date).
GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, “GE Vernova”) sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova 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 GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.
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