Precision Large-Lathe Machinist (3+ Axis CNC) - Weekend Shift

gevernova; Bangor; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) savings plan with company match

Tuition assistance

Paid time-off

Job summary

GE Vernova is seeking a skilled machine tool operator to set up and run large horizontal lathes on rotor forgings, ensuring close tolerances and quality. You will maintain tools and fixtures, read engineering drawings, and work with quality, engineering and production control teams.

The role requires a 2-year degree in Machine Tool Technology or 3+ years CNC experience, and a willingness to work a 6:00 AM – 6:30 PM C shift with weekends.

Qualifications

• 2-year post-secondary degree in Machine Tool Technology and 1 year of experience machining large components with close tolerances on 3-or more axis CNC machines (mill, drill, or turn)
• OR High School Diploma / GED with a minimum of 3 years of experience machining large components with close tolerances on 3-or more axis CNC machines (mill, drill, or turn)

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate both NC and manual Large Horizontal Lathes as assigned to machine rotor forgings to close tolerances
• Maintain tools, fixtures, and required records
• Interface with team members including quality, engineering and production control using detailed verbal and written instructions
• Perform physical duties in accordance with workstation instructions including polishing diameters, setting up rotors/shafts, and using large OD micrometers
• Perform material handling duties as required
• Safely perform required rigging tasks and lifts using cranes and related equipment
• Perform operator preventative maintenance per workstation standards
• Perform and support Environmental, Health and Safety audits and related activities
• Participate in process improvement, cycle reduction, and other activities as required to support the Bangor team and site goals
• Perform other duties as assigned, including cross-training and performing work on multi-product machining centers (mill/turn)
• Communicate effectively and work well with others
• Maintain accurate written and computer records
• Read and understand engineering drawings and specifications
• Use gauging equipment as required for the position
• Perform calculations as required for the position
• Use computers as required for the position
• Read & Comprehend NC manuscripts
• Complete monthly/annual online training when assigned
• Operate Powered Industrial Trucks (PIT) as required for the position

Skills

Team collaboration

Reading drawings

Computer literacy

Verbal communication

Education

Machine Tool Technology degree

High School Diploma with CNC experience

Tools

Large Horizontal Lathes

OD micrometers

3+ axis CNC machines

PIT/Powered Industrial Trucks

Job description

GE Vernova is seeking a skilled machine tool operator to set up and run large horizontal lathes on rotor forgings, ensuring close tolerances and quality. You will maintain tools and fixtures, read engineering drawings, and work with quality, engineering and production control teams.

The role requires a 2-year degree in Machine Tool Technology or 3+ years CNC experience, and a willingness to work a 6:00 AM – 6:30 PM C shift with weekends.