Machinist II (01A) - 2nd Shift

GE Vernova, Inc.; South Carolina; On-site; USD 45,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

GE Vernova, Inc. Greenville Gas Turbine site is hiring a Machinist to set up and operate CNC machines for gas turbine components.

You will interpret blueprints and process sheets, select tooling, and inspect parts with precision equipment to ensure tolerances are met. You will contribute to team problem solving, uphold safety and quality, and participate in continuous improvement initiatives at our Greenville facility.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Minimum of 1 year of machining experience with mills, drills, grinders, lathes, or similar in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience following work instructions and specifications to perform complex machining operations and maintain required tolerances.
• Ability to use precision measuring tools and inspection equipment to verify conformance of finished parts.
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs. and wear required PPE.
• Successful completion of an assessment for the job class, background check, and drug screen.
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required.
• We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas now or in the future for this role.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC machines and tools used in the manufacture and repair of gas turbine components.
• Perform machining operations ranging from standard to moderately complex using mills, drills, grinders, lathes, EDM, and related equipment.
• Interpret blueprints, work instructions, process sheets, and specifications to produce parts to required tolerances.
• Select and use appropriate tooling, fixtures, and measuring devices to support safe, accurate, and efficient machining.
• Inspect parts using precision measuring equipment such as micrometers, calipers, and Coordinate Measuring Machines.
• Operate material-moving equipment such as forklifts and jib or gantry cranes, as trained.
• Identify and correct routine machining or setup issues to maintain quality and production flow.
• Contribute to team problem solving and continuous improvement efforts.
• Take ownership of compliance, safety, quality, and productivity in your area of responsibility.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Precision measurement

Machining

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Milling machines

Drills

Grinders

Lathes

EDM

CNC machines

Job description

Job Description Summary Vernova Purpose GE Vernova is accelerating the path to more reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy, while helping our customers power economies and deliver the electricity that is vital to health, safety, security, and improved quality of life. Are you excited at the opportunity to electrify and decarbonize the world? What impact you’ll make You’ll be part of something big—and growing. At GE Vernova, we’re leading the way in shaping the future of energy, and our Greenville Gas Turbine site plays a critical role in that mission. As demand for reliable and more sustainable power continues to grow around the world, our Greenville teams are expanding to build, repair, and deliver advanced gas turbine technology that powers a third of the world! Here in Greenville, you’ll contribute directly to a site that is making significant investments in new capabilities, equipment, and our people. The work you will do matters—every component you build, inspect, assemble, or move supports customers across the globe and helps keep the lights on for millions of people. You’ll join a team that values safety, quality, and continuous improvement, where our shop employees are highly skilled, trusted experts, and essential to our success. As we grow, you’ll have opportunities to learn new skills, work with cutting-edge technology, and build a long-term career at a site that’s proud of its legacy and excited about what’s next.

What you’ll do

• Perform standard machine set up and operate a variety of CNC machines and tools used in the manufacture and repair of gas turbine components.
• Perform machining operations ranging from standard to moderately complex using equipment such as mills, drills, grinders, broaches, horizontal and vertical machining centers, EDM, and lathes.
• Interpret blueprints, work instructions, process sheets, and specifications to produce parts to required tolerances.
• Select and use appropriate tooling, fixtures, and measuring devices to support safe, accurate, and efficient machining.
• Inspect parts using precision measuring equipment such as micrometers, calipers, and Coordinate Measuring Machines.
• Operate material-moving equipment such as forklifts and jib or gantry cranes, as trained.
• Identify and correct routine machining or setup issues to maintain quality and production flow.
• Contribute to team problem solving and continuous improvement efforts.
• Take ownership of compliance, safety, quality, and productivity in your area of responsibility.

What you’ll bring (Basic Qualifications)

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Minimum of 1 year of machining experience with equipment such as mills, drills, grinders, lathes, or similar in a manufacturing or machine shop environment, or equivalent advanced machining training plus relevant hands‑on experience.
• Experience following work instructions and specifications to perform complex machining operations and maintain required tolerances.
• Ability to use precision measuring tools and inspection equipment to verify conformance of finished parts.
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs. and wear required personal protective equipment, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Successful completion of an assessment for the job class, background check, and drug screen.
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required.
• We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas now or in the future for this role.

What will make you stand out

• You can read and interpret blueprints.
• You can troubleshoot machining, tooling, setup, and quality issues with a high level of independence.
• You have experience in a manufacturing environment with a strong focus on safety and quality.
• You are eager to learn new machining techniques, equipment, and processes.
• You bring strong attention to detail, dependability, and a team‑first mindset.

Pay Transparency:

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is $32.93 /hr. -$34.23 /hr. The position will remain open until a candidate is identified for offer. Eligible for a $1.00/hour shift premium on 2nd and 3rd shifts.

Benefits Available to You

GE Vernova employees rise to the challenge of building a world that works.

In order to meet this mission, we provide varied, competitive benefits to help support our workforce: Our Culture | GE Vernova (gecareers.com) Our compensation & benefits are designed to reward high performers and help you manage your personal and family needs.

We offer a robust benefits package depending on your employment status and your national requirements.

A healthy, balanced lifestyle can mean different things to different people.

We've created programs that support the way you live and work today.

GE Vernova invests to provide opportunities to grow your career by providing a path for continued on‑job learning and development.

• Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse‑based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services.
• Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax‑advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants.
• Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance and 12 paid holidays.
• New hires also two weeks of annual vacation (which may be pro‑rated based on start date).

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position only: *The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas.

This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on November 10, 2026.

Inclusion

At GE Vernova, we believe in the value of your unique identity, background and experiences. We are committed to fostering an inclusive culture, where everyone feels empowered to do their best work because they feel accepted, respected and that they belong.

Equal Opportunity Employer

GE Vernova 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 Vernova 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).

Addressing the climate crisis

Addressing the climate crisis is an urgent global priority and we take our responsibility seriously. That is our singular mission at GE Vernova: continuing to electrify the world while simultaneously working to help decarbonize it. If we want our energy future to be different…we must be different. Our mission is embedded in our name. We retain our treasured legacy, “GE,” in our name as an enduring and hard‑earned badge of quality and ingenuity. “Ver” / “verde” signal Earth’s verdant and lush ecosystems. “Nova,” from the Latin “novus,” nods to a new, innovative era of lower carbon energy that GE Vernova will help deliver. Together, we have The Energy to Change the World.

GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, “GE Vernova”) sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova 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 GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

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