CNC Process Leader: Machining & Continuous Improvement

GE Vernova, Inc.; Contrada Cavallino; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

GE Vernova in Italy is seeking a hands-on Manufacturing Specialist – Machining to lead shop-floor operations and drive operational excellence. You will create robust manufacturing standards, including Work Instructions and JSA, while standardizing tooling and guiding complex troubleshooting on high-precision gas turbine components.

The role requires a background as CNC Operator or Shop Floor Supervisor, with 2+ years in CNC programming and Siemens controller experience.

Qualifications

• Proven history as CNC Operator or CNC Shop Floor Supervisor/Manufacturing Support.
• 2+ years of CNC programming experience (ISO/G-code and CAD/CAM).
• 2+ years hands-on experience with Siemens CNC controllers.
• Strong knowledge of lathe, milling, grinding, and drilling processes.
• Excellent understanding of mechanical drawings and blueprints.
• Experience in developing and troubleshooting CNC sub-routines.
• Experience in NX tooling design for machining processes.

Responsibilities

• Standardize work instructions and JSA for safe, repeatable manufacturing processes.
• Design, program, and implement machining processes for complex components.
• Develop and refine CNC programs using CAD/CAM software (NX preferred).
• Standardize tooling and design jigs and fixtures for specific operations.
• Provide hands-on technical support on the shop floor with real-time troubleshooting.
• Lead continuous improvement projects to enhance SQDC in manufacturing.

Skills

CNC operation

Shop floor supervision

CNC programming

Siemens controls

CNC machining processes

Mechanical drawings

NX CAD/CAM

Tools

NX

CAD/CAM

Job description

Job Description Summary

We are seeking a hands-on Manufacturing Specialist – Machining with a deep background in shop-floor operations to join our team. This role is pivotal in driving operational excellence by creating robust manufacturing standards, including detailed Work Instructions and Job Safety Analyses (JSA). The ideal candidate will be a technical leader on the floor—standardizing tooling, driving complex troubleshooting, and providing active support to production teams. You will be responsible for leading continuous improvement initiatives, leveraging process innovation to optimize Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost (SQDC) in the manufacturing of high-precision gas turbine and aeroderivative components.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Standardization: Develop, maintain, and update Work Instructions and Job Safety Analyses (JSA) to ensure safe, repeatable, and compliant manufacturing processes.
• Process Engineering: Design, program, and implement machining processes for complex components.
• Programming & Optimization: Develop and refine CNC programs using CAD/CAM software (NX preferred) and manual ISO/G-code editing.
• Tooling Strategy: Standardize tooling and lead the design of specialized jigs and fixtures required for specific machining operations.
• Shop Floor Support: Provide active, hands-on technical support to production, including real-time troubleshooting, machine sub-routine optimization, and process adjustment.
• Continuous Improvement: Lead process innovation projects to drive improvements in Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost (SQDC).

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Practical Experience: Must have a proven history as a CNC Operator or CNC Shop Floor Supervisor/Manufacturing Support
• CNC Programming: At least 2+ years of experience in CNC programming (ISO/G-code and CAD/CAM).
• Siemens Controls: At least 2+ years of hands-on experience working with Siemens CNC controllers.
• Process Knowledge: Comprehensive mastery of CNC machining processes, including lathe, milling, grinding, and drilling.
• Technical Proficiency:
• Excellent knowledge of mechanical drawings and blueprints.
• Deep understanding of machine tool capabilities and process parameters.
• Proven experience in developing and troubleshooting CNC machine sub-routines.
• Software Skills: Previous experience in tooling design for machining processes using NX.
• Mindset: Strong commitment to safety and quality standards.
• Language skills: proficient in Italian and good English skills (reading & writing)

Preferred Qualifications

• Specific experience in the repair and refurbishment of gas turbine and aeroderivative parts.
• Advanced technical certifications related to CNC machining or mechanical engineering technology.

Posizione / Position: Aero Alliance Manufacturing Process Specialist - Machining

Livello di Inquadramento / Management Level: PB

Data di pubblicazione / Position was posted on: 27th of August 2026

Fascia retributive: Tra € 31,800.00 e € 47,700.00 lordi annui. La retribuzione specifica offerta terrà conto dell'istruzione, delle qualifiche, dell'esperienza e delle competenze del candidato.

The pay range for this position: Between € 31,800.00 and € 47,700.00 gross per annum. The specific pay offered will consider the candidate’s education, qualifications, experience and skill set.

Eleggibilità per il Piano Bonus: Eligibilità al piano bonus Variabile-AIP, che prevede un incentivo target del 5% della retribuzione base annua, a seconda del raggiungimento dei parametri di business e delle performance individuali.

Eligibility for Bonus Plan: Eligible to participate in Variable-AIP annual bonus plan that provides a target incentive of 5% of the individual’s annual base salary depending on achievement of key business metrics and individual performance.

Alla posizione è applicabile il Contratto Collettivo Nazionale di Lavoro (CCNL Metalmeccanico). I benefici disponibili sulla base del CCNL attualmente in vigore e delle politiche aziendali includono quanto segue /

A Collective Bargaining Agreement (‘CBA’ - Metalworking) is applicable in relation to position. The available benefits based on the currently effective CBA and company policies include the following:

Stipendio Base: La retribuzione seguirà le tabelle salariali previste dal CCNL di categoria Metalmeccanico Industria

Base salary: The remuneration is established according to the Metalworking CBA salary scale, which defines job groups and minimum salary levels.

Pensione Integrativa (Cometa): Tutti i livelli sono eligibili, ad eccezione dei dirigenti.
Contributo del datore di lavoro: 2% (2,2% se under 35). Contributo del dipendente: 1,2%. Base di calcolo: retribuzione mensile lorda.

Pension Fund (Cometa): All levels are eligible, except executives (dirigenti).
Employer Contribution: 2% (2.2% if under 35). Employee Contribution: 1.2%. Base: monthly gross salary.

Assistenza Sanitaria (Non Dirigenti): Gestita tramite Assicurazione Generali

Medical Benefits (Not Executives): Managed by Assicurazioni Generali

Assistenza Sanitaria (Dirigenti): FASI+ Generali Plan

Medical Benefits (Executives): FASI+ Generali Plan

Welfare: € 250 di credito annuale come da CCNL disponibile su portale dedicato per rimborsi spese istruzione, sport, viaggi o previdenza.

Flex Benefit: € 250 of annual credit as per NCBA available on a dedicated portal for education, sports, travel, or pension reimbursements.

EAP - Supporto Dipendenti: Supporto globale psicologico, legale e finanziario 24/7

Employee Assistance Program: Global 24/7 psychological, legal, and financial support.

Straordinario: Straordinario diurno dal lunedì al venerdì

• Prime due ore: 25% per impiegati, 30% per operai non turnisti, 40% per operai turnisti
• Oltre due ore: 30% per impiegati, 50% per operai non turnisti, 45% per operai turnisti

Straordinario diurno sabato, domenica e festivi: 50% per le prime otto ore, 55% oltre le 8 ore

Straordinario notturno dal lunedì al venerdì:

• 50% per impiegati e operai non turnisti per lavoro straordinario dalle 20:00 alle 8:00
• 50% per operai turnisti per lavoro straordinario dalle 18:00 alle 6:00

Straordinario notturno sabato, domenica e festivi:

• Prime otto ore: 60% per impiegati, 55% per operai non turnisti, 60% per operai turnisti
• Oltre due ore: 75% per impiegati, 65% per operai non turnisti, 75% per operai turnisti

In caso di riposo compnesativo, si applicano le maggiorazioni previste dal CCNL

OT Premium: Daytime overtime Monday to Friday:

• First two hours: 25% for office staff, 30% for non-shift production workers, 40% for shift production workers
• Beyond two hours: 30% for office staff, 50% for non-shift production workers, 45% for shift production workers

Daytime overtime Saturday, Sunday and public holidays: First eight hours: 50%, Beyond eight hours: 55%

Night overtime Monday to Friday

• 50% for office staff and non-shift production workers for overtime worked between 8:00 PM and 8:00 AM
• 50% for shift production workers for overtime worked between 6:00 PM and 6:00 AM

Night overtime Saturday, Sunday and public holidays:

• First eight hours: 60% for office staff, 55% for non-shift production workers, 60% for shift production workers
• Beyond eight hours: 75% for office staff, 65% for non-shift production workers, 75% for shift production workers

In case of compensatory time off, the premiums provided for under the applicable national collective bargaining agreement (CCNL) apply.

Maggiorazioni e indennità turno: [PER OPERAI TURNISTI]: Maggiorazione del 20% per la fascia oraria dalle 18:00 alle 22:00. Indennità di €3,50 per ogni turno lavorato.

Shift premium and allowance: [FOR SHIFT WORKERS]: 20% premium for hours worked between 6:00 PM and 10:00 PM. €3.50 allowance for each shift worked.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No