OilerEntry-Level Machinist 1st shift (Tues. Fri.)
Loves Park, IL - USA
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About GE Aerospace
Are you ready to elevate your future Youll be welcomed at GE Aerospace where we are advancing aviation technologies for today and tomorrow. Your work will contribute to the production of advanced jet engine components that power commercial and military aircraft. Youll be part of a team that embraces your drive your curiosity and your unique ideas and perspectives. Youll learn and achieve as part of an on- going LEAN transformation. And most importantly youll share in our pride and purpose that affects the lives of millions around the world.
Roles and Responsibilities:
Maintain fluid levels for all machines across the machine shop
Conducting light machine maintenance daily
Machine chip disposal
General shop cleaning and assistance with supplies for cleaning duties
Operating forklift
Machine all types of metals
Generate and check part dimensions during various machining stages with complex measuring devices such as micrometers calipers indicators special purpose gauges and scales
Achieve all required tolerances and finishes that will produce quality parts in a timely manner and for meeting standards as set forth by Manufacturing Engineering and Quality
Continuous visual concentration with or without reasonable accommodation may be necessary to develop and maintain tolerance
Ensure all characteristics generated at designated operation are conforming through use of applicable inspection techniques
Perform setup and operation of equipment to drawings method sheets etc. but may be required to supplement this information with own job knowledge on occasion
May do minor maintenance on machines style
May be required on a temporary basis to train operators to use certain equipment which the individual is qualified to
Responsible for keeping facilities material and work area orderly exercising care in their use maintaining good housekeeping practices
Must adhere to all environmental health and safety requirements and all quality
Must actively participate in a team-based environment which includes but not limited to the following: Active participation in daily team meetings and activities cooperating and relating
well with others practicing direct professional communication with team members and being open to new ideas from team members and considers opinions different from their own
Voucher or account for own time accurately using the prescribed system as well as electronically maintain records
Qualifications:
High School Diploma or GED
Forklift certified/willingness to become forklift certified
Ability and willingness to use basic hand tools and measuring devices (i.e. - dial calipers rulers tape measures protractors micrometers gauges etc.) as required within department
Ability to lift/ push/ pull up to 35 lbs.
Desired Characteristics:
1-2 years machine shop maintenance and/or prior aerospace manufacturing exposure
Ability to be self-directed on daily needs and duties across the shop
Ability to use computers and learn Microsoft Office
Education and/or training in machine shop operations
Understanding of CNC and manual machine operations
Basic programming knowledge to include reading editing of programs
Experience in a self-directed team environment
Lean manufacturing knowledge
Pay
The pay for this position is $23.50-$29.50 an hour. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factorsincluding the candidates experience education and skill posting is expected to close on June 30th 2026.
Benefits:
GE Aerospace offers comprehensive benefits and programs to support your health and along with programs like HealthAhead your physicalemotional financial and social wellbeing. Healthcare benefits include medical dental vision and prescription drug coverage; access to aHealth Coach from GE Aerospace; and the Employee Assistance Program which provides 24/7 confidential assessment counseling andreferral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan a 401(k) savings plan with company matchingcontributions and company retirement contributions as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants. Other benefits includetuition assistance adoption assistance paid parental leave disability insurance life insurance and paid time-off for vacation or illness.
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 andfor any reason in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsors welfare benefit plan or program. Thisdocument does not create a contract of employment with any individual.
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.
Additional Information
GE Aerospace offers a great work environment professional development challenging careers and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace is anEqual 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
Required Experience:
Junior IC
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