Lynn Machinist Trainee Co-Op

General Electric; Lynn (MA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated individual to join their team as a machinist. This role involves working closely with experienced machinists, setting up and operating CNC mills and lathes, and adhering to Lean Manufacturing principles. The ideal candidate will be currently enrolled in a vocational program, showcasing a willingness to learn and grow in a dynamic environment. With a focus on professional development and competitive compensation, this position offers an exciting opportunity to build a rewarding career in manufacturing. If you are ready to take the next step in your journey, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Vocational Technical High School or machinist program.
• Hands-on machining experience or coursework is required.

Responsibilities

• Set-up and operate CNC mills and lathes with various materials.
• Maintain high housekeeping standards for safety and efficiency.

Skills

CNC machining

Lean Manufacturing

Geometric tolerancing

Time management

Organizational skills

Education

Vocational Technical High School

Machinist/Manufacturing program

Tools

CNC mills

CNC lathes

Job description

Job Description Summary

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities:

1. You will work closely with an experienced machinist to:
2. Set-up and operate CNC mills and/or lathes
3. Work with types of materials involved such as castings, forgings, screw machine blanks, turret lathe blanks, sawed blanks, and bar stock
4. Perform set-ups including changing chuck jaws, tool holders, fixtures, boring bars, drills, reamers, setting tools
5. Work to established Lean Manufacturing guidelines involving one-piece flow, standard work, 6S, set-up reduction, and wet process lines
6. Maintain high housekeeping standards to ensure safe and efficient work areas, including cleaning chips from around the machine and keeping coolant/machine fluids off the shop floor and maintaining organization of the work area to established standards

Qualifications/Requirements:

1. Currently enrolled in a Vocational Technical High School (at least midway through junior year)
2. Currently enrolled in a machinist/manufacturing program Relevant hands-on machining/manufacturing experience or coursework
3. Ability to lift, move and manipulate fixtures and component hardware up to 25 lbs. with or without reasonable accommodations

Desired Characteristics:

1. Demonstrated experience or successful completion of classes in geometric tolerancing
2. Demonstrated team player and willingness to learn from others
3. Excellent time management and organizational skills
4. Ability to work from and follow written instruction precisely
5. Strives to meet or exceed job requirements

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, for applicants who are not asylees, refugees, lawful permanent residents or U.S. Citizens (i.e., not a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), otherwise known as a U.S. Person), final offers will be contingent on the ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.

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).

Relocation Assistance Provided: No