CNC-Experienced Inspector B — Mechanical & Electronic Gauging

GE Aerospace; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation support

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Vacation and holidays starting Day 1

PTO after one year

Job summary

GE Aerospace in Wilmington, NC seeks an Inspector B to perform mechanical and visual inspections using electronic gauging and precision instruments. The role includes setting up equipment, reading engineering drawings, and training teammates in a LEAN team environment.

Candidates should have 3+ years in manufacturing with two of CNC drilling/milling/grinding/turning/broaching, plus 2+ years reading blueprints and using precise measuring tools. Strong safety and quality adherence is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 3 years of manufacturing experience setting up/operating at least TWO of the following: CNC drilling, milling, grinding, turning, or broaching.
• 1+ year reading and interpreting mechanical blueprints and/or production planning.
• 2+ years using precision measuring instruments.
• Able to lift/push/pull up to 50 lbs with ergonomic procedures

Responsibilities

• Set up and perform mechanical and visual inspections using electronic gauging equipment and precision instruments (wax and trace, rotary tables, surface finish devices).
• Perform surface plate inspections and repetitive measuring operations; document findings and complete inspection reports.
• Read and inspect to engineering drawings, inspection planning, and standards (may include in-machine inspections).
• Train and mentor other inspectors; actively participate in team-based LEAN environment.
• Maintain good housekeeping, adhere to safety and quality standards, and assist with part marking, wash, and dry-lube as needed.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Precision measuring

Team training

Lean manufacturing

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Electronic gauging equipment

Surface plate inspection tools

Precision measuring devices

Rotary tables

Job description

Job Description Summary

This is a challenging role that involves performing mechanical and visual inspection tasks. These will include the set-up and use of electronic gauging equipment including all conventional and unconventional mechanical inspection devices such as wax and trace, rotary tables. and surface finish measuring devices. You'll also assist in the training and instructing of other personnel in team-oriented environment to ensure that high quality inspection techniques are accomplished.

Job Description Summary

This is a challenging role that involves performing mechanical and visual inspection tasks. These will include the set-up and use of electronic gauging equipment including all conventional and unconventional mechanical inspection devices such as wax and trace, rotary tables. and surface finish measuring devices. You'll also assist in the training and instructing of other personnel in team-oriented environment to ensure that high quality inspection techniques are accomplished.

Job Description

Join GE Aerospace: Where Precision Meets Purpose

Be part of the GE Aerospace team producing high-performance rotating engine parts (Blisks, Spools, HPT Disks). We’re hiring an Inspector B experienced with CNC machining who can set up and use electronic gauging and precision measuring instruments, perform surface plate inspections, and train teammates. Inspector B certification training provided.

• Competitive Compensation: Starting at $35.55 per hour plus, 10% shift differential
• Cost of living and general wage increases.
• Sign-on bonus**
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as generous time off with vacation and holidays starting on Day 1, and additional PTO after one year of service.
• Relocation Support: Relocation available for offers over 90 miles from our facility.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up and perform mechanical and visual inspections using electronic gaging equipment and precision instruments (wax and trace, rotary tables, surface finish devices).
• Perform surface plate inspections and repetitive measuring operations; document findings and complete inspection reports.
• Read and inspect to engineering drawings, inspection planning, and standards (may include in-machine inspections).
• Train and mentor other inspectors; actively participate in team-based LEAN environment.
• Maintain good housekeeping, adhere to safety and quality standards, and assist with part marking, wash, and dry-lube as needed.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• This role may encounter high risk or hazardous operations and/or include working shifts beyond a standard workweek. As such, a requirement of the role is to be at least 18 years of age by the time of joining.
• Minimum 3 years of manufacturing experience setting up/operating at least TWO of the following: CNC drilling, milling, grinding, turning, or broaching — this is a required qualification.
• 1+ year reading and interpreting mechanical blueprints and/or production planning.
• 2+ years using precision measuring instruments.
• Able to lift/push/pull up to 50 lbs with ergonomic procedures

Preferred

• Prior aircraft engine machining experience.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office.
• Experience working in high-performing, team-based manufacturing environments

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, employment will be contingent upon the ability to prove that you meet the status of a U.S. Person as one of the following: U.S. lawful permanent resident, U.S. Citizen, have been granted asylee or refugee status (i.e., a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)).

Additional Information

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

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). Employees may also be subject to random and reasonable-suspicion drug and alcohol testing.

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes