Machine Operator

About the role

As a Machine Operator at GE Vernova, you will work at the Allentown, PA Metem, a GE Power business manufacturing plant, operating a variety of production equipment and tooling. You will have ownership of safety, compliance, quality, and productivity.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and troubleshoot CNC, EDM, and/or ECM machines for machining operations, fast hole drilling, and graphite shaping on metal castings, forgings, and bar stock according to specifications and set-up instructions.
• Study blueprints and set-up instructions to determine machining requirements, dimensional specifications, work procedures, and methods.
• Determine tool lengths, maintain the tool change list, and make program measuring adjustments.
• Install work-holding devices and tooling using hand tools; position and secure work pieces on the machine table or in a holding device.
• Select and install tooling, and place electrodes in the automatic-tool-changer when required.
• Check control-panel displays against process-sheet data, including dimensional adjustments, feed rates, and machining speeds. Check the program at the start of each shift.
• Inspect the first-run piece, maintain the measured dimension list, and record and inspect key dimensions using micrometers and precision dial gauges.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Minimum of one-year experience in EDM/CNC/ECM or tooling production, or equivalent.
• Ability to work 1st, 2nd, or 3rd shift and overtime as required, including occasional weekend shift.
• Ability to read blueprint drawings and use calipers, micrometers, and precision tools.
• Ability to set up, operate, and troubleshoot CNC, EDM, and/or ECM machines.
• Ability to lift, push, and pull.

Key facts

• The role involves operating CNC, EDM, and/or ECM machines.
• A high school diploma or GED equivalent is required.
• Minimum of one-year experience in EDM/CNC/ECM or tooling production, or equivalent, is required.
• The role requires the ability to work 1st, 2nd, or 3rd shift and overtime as required.