CNC Machinist ; 2nd Shift

Job Description Summary

As the 2nd Shift CNC Machine Operator, you will perform a wide variety of manufacturing operations in largely self-directed operations. This can include setting up N/C and conventional machines, running multiple machines (mill/drill machines, lathes, presses, etc.), working to Work Station Instructions (WSIs). You will be responsible for visually checking various parts, maintaining proper records, and acting as a process change agent when needed.

Job Description Responsibilities General duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Set up and operating conventional or numerically controlled machine tools that require high skill to set up and operate.
• Interpret engineering drawings and change notices, blueprints, sketches, and method sheets of complicated parts.
• Machine all types of metals used within Wilmington machine shops.
• Check work during various machining stages with complex measuring devices such as micrometers, calipers, indicators, gages, scales, etc.
• Perform precise indicating on parts where true indicator reading (TIR) is important to the machining of the part.
• Maintain records, logbooks, charts, and initiating electronic or manual reports when required.
• May be required on a temporary basis, to train operators to use certain equipment which the individual is qualified to run.
• Meet standards as set forth by Manufacturing Engineering and Quality Assurance.
• Follow sequences, directions, and tooling call-out on method sheets.
• Achieve all required tolerances and finishes that will produce quality parts in the allotted time.
• Accurately serializing parts with the current marking method.
• Set up and operate B4C (boron carbide) machine equipment.
• Maintain, alter, adjust, make minor repairs to B4C equipment.
• Manufacture B4C capsules for Control Rods, including mixing powder, determining density and testing capsules for pull strength.
• Starting up, loading, monitoring, unloading, and shutting down annealing furnace, autoclave, and nitriding furnaces.
• Annealing, autoclaving, and nitriding parts to process equipment instructions and monitor furnace to ensure a quality part and proper equipment maintenance.
• Test cleaning solutions for specific gravity, alkalinity concentration (titration) and adjust bath as required to bring them into specification.
• Operate all types of lifting devices and cranes associated with manufacturing.
• Perform other relevant duties as assigned.

• High School diploma or equivalent Must have at least three (3) years of manufacturing experience in set-up and operations of (CNC) computer numerically controlled machining processes OR a 2-year degree from an accredited machinist training program that includes CNC Machining.
• Minimum two (2) years of experience with basic measuring instruments and gauges (scales, micrometers, dial indicators, and verniers) and have an understanding of Total Indicator Readings (TIR)/Full Indicator Movement (FIM).
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in operating machining equipment (saws, shears, drill presses, punch presses, centerless grinders, small lathes, mills, CNC machines, etc.).

• Must have the physical ability to manually lift moderately heavy parts and occasionally (50-60 lbs) for short duration.
• ** With or without reasonable accommodations.
• Proficient use of basic shop math (add, subtract, multiply, divide) and to use fractions and decimals to determine dimensions.
• Proficient experience reading and interpreting mechanical blueprints and drawings.
• Knowledge and proficient use of basic computer systems, for furnace controls.
• The required work location is our headquarters in Wilmington, NC (relocation assistance available).
• GE 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).
• This role is restricted to U.S. persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and other protected individuals under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) due to access to export-controlled technology.
• GE will require proof of status prior to employment.

• Minimum of one (1) year experience performing chemical testing and interpreting results.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in mechanical maintenance or mechanical manufacturing equipment setup.

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