Machining & Inspection Apprentice

Y99000 General Electric Company; West Jefferson (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Disability and life insurance

Vacation and holidays starting Day 1

Overtime weekend opportunities

Job summary

GE Aerospace in West Jefferson, NC, seeks an operator to run CNC machines and inspect parts for a range of aircraft engine components. You will follow detailed instructions, log production data, and maintain traceability across operations.

The role requires basic blueprint reading, use of precision measuring tools, and the ability to work on 2nd or 3rd shift in a high‑volume, safety‑conscious environment. GE Aerospace offers comprehensive benefits and career opportunities.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or equivalent required.
• Basic blueprint reading and math skills expected.
• Familiarity with precision measuring instruments required.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and planning.
• High-risk or hazardous operations may be involved; 18+ years old.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC machines, inspection equipment, or special processes.
• Participate in daily team meetings and maintain professional communication.
• Record time and maintain electronic/manual reports and logs.
• Obtain and maintain CVP certification with provided training.
• Serialize parts to ensure traceability and compliance with standards.
• Meet tolerances and finishes as per Manufacturing Engineering and QA.
• Set up and operate equipment per drawings and method sheets.
• Use cranes and handling equipment to move objects up to 50 lbs.

Skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Blueprint reading

Precision measurement tools

Team collaboration

Document control

Education

HS Diploma or equivalent

Two-year degree in related field

Tools

CNC Machines

Inspection equipment

Job description

Job Description Summary Operate computer programmable/controlled machines to perform a series of progressive machining operations in the manufacturer of Aircraft Engine Parts.

Working at our West Jefferson Facility

For more than 18 years, our manufacturing facilities in West Jefferson have been the driving force behind the growth and success of GE Aerospace. With over 200,000 square feet of manufacturing space and an advanced mix of CNC machines, Inspection equipment and special processes, we produce high-quality rotating parts for commercial and military aircraft engines. Our team plays a crucial role in introducing advanced new technologies, offering outstanding opportunities to contribute to the future of aviation. We manufacture a diverse range of parts and components found in today's and tomorrow's high-performance engines. Our facility is the career home to 300+ employees who seek purpose and challenge in their careers—people just like you.

Highlights of joining our team

• Comprehensive benefits package: Including medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus disability and life insurance as well as generous time off with vacation and holidays starting on Day 1, and additional PTO after one year of service.
• Work Schedule: 2nd Shift: 2:00pm – 10:15pm or 3rd Shift: 10:00pm – 6:15am

Key Responsibilities

• Operate CNC machines or Inspection equipment or Special processes.
• Team Collaboration: Actively participate in daily team meetings and activities, practicing direct professional communication with team members and contributing to a positive team dynamic.
• Record Keeping: Accurately account for your time using the prescribed system, electronically maintain records, logbooks, and charts, and produce electronic or manual reports.
• Certification: Obtain and maintain the CVP certification, with training provided to support your professional growth.
• Traceability: Accurately serialize parts to maintain traceability at all times, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
• Quality Assurance: Achieve all required tolerances and finishes that meet standards set by Manufacturing Engineering and Quality Assurance, ensuring all characteristics generated at designated operations are conforming through applicable inspection techniques.
• Equipment Operation: Perform set-up and operation of equipment according to drawings, method sheets, and occasionally supplement this information with your own job knowledge.
• Material Handling: Utilize cranes, and material handling equipment to lift or carry objects weighing up to 50 lbs, following proper ergonomic procedures.

Required Qualifications

• Must have at least a HS Diploma or equivalent.
• Familiarity with computer systems such as Microsoft Office Suite.
• Requires the ability to use simple blueprints, simple arithmetic such as addition and subtraction of decimals and fractions, and the use of precision measuring instruments.
• Requires the ability to work from detailed instructions and planning.
• This role may encounter high risk or hazardous operations, working with chemicals, 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

Desired Qualifications

• At least two years of related experience in manufacturing or 2-year degree in a related field.
• Ability to work in a team-based environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to learn new tasks quickly.

Additional Information

• Ability to work weekend overtime.
• Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.
• 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.
• GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation.
• GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunities 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.
• GE Aerospace (General Electric Company or the Company) and its affiliates each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., isa “Sponsor”). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor’s welfare benefit plan or program.
• This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.
• The Employee Assistance Program, which provides 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services.
• Retirement benefits include the GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan, a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants.
• Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.

Company Culture and Mission

• At GE Aerospace, we invent the future of flight, lift people up, and bring them home safely. We are a world-leading provider of jet engines, components, and integrated systems for commercial and military aircraft.
• At GE Aerospace, respect for people is core to our culture and commitment to FLIGHT DECK, our proprietary lean operating model.
• We attract, develop, and retain industry-leading talent from all backgrounds and cultivate communities where people are respected and empowered to reach their fullest potential.
• For the people of GE Aerospace, their work isn't just a job. It's their passion and purpose. We work and win as one team, accountable to each other and our customers, and we are always finding a better way to climb higher together.