Entry-Level Precision Machinist: Tight-Tolerance Metalwork

GE Aerospace; Loves Park (IL); On-site; USD 57,859,000 - 61,992,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Health insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

GE Aerospace in Loves Park, IL is seeking an experienced machinist to generate and verify part dimensions using micrometers, calipers and gauges. You will ensure tolerances to .0005 and maintain quality standards while meeting production timelines.

Role includes setting up and operating equipment per drawings, training operators, and sustaining clean, safe work areas. Strong teamwork and adherence to EH&S rules are essential for success.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Ability and willingness to use basic hand tools and measuring devices.
• Must be able to lift up to 35 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Machine all types of metals.
• Generate and check part dimensions with micrometers, calipers, indicators, gauges, and scales.
• Achieve tolerances down to .0005 and finishes per standards by Manufacturing Engineering and Quality.
• Maintain tolerance through inspection techniques.
• Set up and operate equipment to drawings and method sheets; may supplement with own knowledge.
• May train operators to use certain equipment.
• Keep facilities, material and work area orderly with good housekeeping.
• Adhere to environmental, health and safety requirements.
• Participate in daily team meetings and collaborate with team members.
• Accurately record time using prescribed system.

Skills

Micrometers

Calipers

Indicators

Gauges

Scales

Quality standards

Teamwork

Housekeeping

Safety

Communication

Lean manufacturing

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CNC knowledge

Manual machine operations

Job description

GE Aerospace in Loves Park, IL is seeking an experienced machinist to generate and verify part dimensions using micrometers, calipers and gauges. You will ensure tolerances to .0005 and maintain quality standards while meeting production timelines.

Role includes setting up and operating equipment per drawings, training operators, and sustaining clean, safe work areas. Strong teamwork and adherence to EH&S rules are essential for success.