JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

The Senior Machinist will set up and operate both manual and CNC machining equipment in order to drill, face, saw, turn, mill, grind, thread and bore various parts, materials, and assemblies to precision tolerances and specified finishes.
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JOB DESCRIPTION

As the Machinist, you will:

• Prioritize safety above all else by maintaining a rigorous adherence to safety standards and processes, ensuring that safety risks and issues are identified, reported, and addressed immediately;
• Follow methods, standards, and work instructions to:
• Set up and operate a variety of machines performing various machining operations from simple to very complex using both manual and CNC (Computer Numeric Control) machining equipment (including, but not limited to - mills, drills, grinders, lathes, horizontal / vertical bore);
• Select and grind tools in accordance with hardness, machine capability, and properties of material to be machined;
• Use a variety of measuring devices;
• Use a variety of associated shop equipment and tooling;
• Embrace a culture of respect, valuing inclusive teams and diverse perspectives to direct and train others as assigned, enabling the flow of information by inviting participation and responding productively;
• Approach daily work with continuous improvement in mind, working to continuously develop and improve mechanical assembly department practices to reduce cycle time, improve machine availability and efficiency, and lower operating costs.

QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Diploma / GED or Equivalent OR 2 years of relevant manufacturing experience
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience operating machining equipment such as boring bars, vertical boring mills, horizontal boring mills, and other equipment used to support repairs of steam / gas turbines and generator equipment
• Minimum of 2 year experience reading blueprints
• Minimum of 3 year experience using precision measuring instruments

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be legally authorized to work in the USA without sponsorship now or in the future
• Ability and willingness to perform the physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodations
• Ability and willingness to obey all safety rules including the wearing of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as steel-toed shoes, safety glasses, and hearing protection in designated areas
• Ability and willingness to work overtime, holidays, and weekends, as business needs dictate
• Position is required to be onsite at the Richmond, VA

• The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas.
  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.