Union Toolmaker - 1st Shift

GE Aerospace; Town of Niskayuna (NY); On-site; USD 62,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

GE Aerospace is seeking a skilled CNC Toolmaker/Machinist in New York. The role involves operating toolroom machines, setting up tools, and assembling precision instruments and fixtures in a fast-paced environment.

Qualified candidates have NYS Toolmakers credentials or 10+ years of CNC experience, with a high school diploma or GED. Expect a 9/80 schedule, potential overtime, and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• NYS Toolmakers Apprentice/Journeyman or 10+ years experience as CNC Toolmaker/Machinist in a commercial setting.
• High school diploma or GED required.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate toolroom machine tools, determining holding methods and devices.
• Make, fit, and assemble complex precision instruments, equipment, jigs, fixtures, dies, etc.
• Plan sequence of operations, select and obtain tools, facilities and materials.
• Maintain safety and quality standards and keep work area orderly.

Skills

CNC Machining

Toolroom Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

MasterCam CAD/CAM

NC Programming

Job description

Job Description Summary

Position Hours: This role follows a 9/80 schedule; Monday - Thursday hours are 7-4pm, every other Friday is an 8 hour shift, and off the next Friday. Overtime is uncapped.

Facilities

Job Description

Toolroom machine tools such as: lathes, boring mills, grinders, drill presses, shapers, slotters, milling machines, jig borers, saws, filing machine, surface plate, ordinary band tools, power hand tools, arbor press, layout tools, floor-operated crane, ordinary and precision measuring tools, sine bar, air gage, buttons, comparator, optical gages etc.; gas torch, lapping stones, etc. Including NC and CNC Programmable Machines using Conversational Programming and/or MasterCam CAD/CAM Solutions

Desired Background

• NYS Toolmakers Apprentice/Journeyman or 10yrs Experience as a CNC Toolmaker/Machinist in a Commercial Setting.

Materials

Cast, formed, rolled, forged, fabricated parts of ferrous and non-ferrous metal, carbon, tool, alloy steels, carbides, copper, brass, aluminum, non-metallic materials such as: Textolite, Garolite, plastics, lubricants, gases, pre-machined components and subassemblies, finished parts including vendor items, etc.

Working Procedure

Make, fit, and assemble complex electrical and mechanical precision instruments, equipment, Jigs, fixtures, etc., performing all machining and assembly operations.

• Secure job assignment and minimum instructions for complex work, facilities and diverse materials.
• Plan sequence of operations, method, procedures, setup. Select and obtain tools, facilities and materials.
• Working from sample pieces, rough sketches, drawings or verbal instructions, make, fit and assemble a variety of complex precision instruments, equipment, jigs, fixtures, dies, etc.
• Set up and operate all toolroom machine tools, determining holding methods and devices, select and grind tools, select and set feeds, speeds, depth of cut, etc.
• Lay out and machine a variety of detailed parts and pieces or direct others in their machining.
• Assemble instruments, equipment, jigs, fixtures, etc., making intricate lineups using a variety of precision measuring tools.
• Drill, team. dowel, tap, bolt, press, etc. parts in place, file, fit, scrape, polish, etc. obtain proper lineup or assembly on mating or moving or inter-related parts.
• Assemble, Line up and fit complex gear trains, cam actions, linkages, levers, etc. Harden parts as required.
• Make complicated toolroom calculations involving trigonometry and shop math.
• Assemble instruments, equipment, jigs, fixtures, etc. other equipment as necessary and prove out its proper functioning, making necessary modifications or adjustments.
• Perform operations such as: drill, tap, bore, turn, face, thread, mill, shape, lot, grind, lay out, assemble, stone, fit, scrape, dowel, file, harden, etc. to close tolerances and finishes on the most complex instruments, equipment, jigs, fixtures, etc.
• Keep facilities, material and work area orderly, exercising care in their use, maintaining general good housekeeping practices and conforming to all safety and quality requirements.

• High school diploma/ GED

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.

The hourly pay range for this position $45.07 - 52.52 USD (US) per hour. The specific hourly rate offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s experience, their education, and the work location. This posting is expected to close on December 31st 2026.

Benefits

• Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, 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 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 planning consultants.
• Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.

General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., their successors, and in some cases their affiliates, each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a "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.

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: No