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About GE Aerospace

If you want to do work that really matters among a team of spirited and collaborative individuals, you need to know more about GE Aerospace.  We’ve become a world leader in the design, development and manufacture of advanced aviation technologies including jet engines, components, and integrated systems for commercial and military aircraft.  We’re a people-first organization that will bring out your best ideas and performance as part of our on-going LEAN transformation.  We believe that the world works better when it flies.  Do you?  If so, come aboard.

Working at our Wilmington Facility

For more than 22 years our manufacturing facilities in Wilmington have helped fuel the growth and success of GE Aerospace.  With 600,000 sq2 of manufacturing space and an advanced mix of 300+ CNC machines/ 21 special processes we’re producing high quality rotating parts  for commercial and military aircraft engines.  When GE Aerospace introduces advanced new technologies like the LEAP and 9x Engines, our team has outstanding opportunities to contribute. 

The parts and components we manufacture include Blisks, Small Spools, Welded Spools, CFM HPT Disks, and a variety of large parts that can be found in a wide range of today and tomorrow’s high-performance engines. We’re the career home of 500+ employees who seek purpose and challenge in their careers.  People just like you. 

Here are just a few of the best reasons you will want to consider us: 

• This position starts at $30.00, with pay progression every year for 6 years.

• $1.00 an hour shift differential for first 5 years of service, 10% shift differential after 5 years of service.

• Top hourly rate is between $35-$40 per hour.  Cost of Living and General Wage increases available.

• Full Benefits package, including medical, dental, vision starting on Day 1.

• Vacation, Holidays starting on Day 1. Additional PTO at 1 year of service.

• Relocation available for offers >90 miles from our facility.   

Job Overview:

Perform a variety of hand contouring tasks on complex parts and utilize the following processes: marking, wet blasting, automated contouring, acid etch and cleaning.  In addition, operator must understand and operate the equipment required to perform these processes. Operator must perform inspections on features and dimensions generated.  

Essential Responsibilities:

• Hand contour edges to achieve tight tolerance dimensions using numerous hand tools, grinders, and polishing equipment with attention to detail working to production planning. Required to contour all types of material used within GEA Wilmington machine shops.

• Use expertise and judgment to correct nonconforming conditions that develop in manufacturing in accordance with GEA Wilmington quality standards.

• Perform work to an appropriate visual standard and check dimensions generated with contour readers and other measuring devices while maintaining quality to achieve very critical tolerances and surface finishes.

• Set up and operate machine equipment requiring knowledge and skills such as measurement and method sheet interpretation. Set up fixturing and perform very delicate operations to polish surfaces, blend radii, deburr slots, holes, or other features generated by more complex machining processes.

• Must have the ability to obtain the CVP certification within six months and maintain recertification annually.  Training will be provided.

• Responsible to voucher or account for own time accurately using the prescribed system, as well as, electronically maintain records, logbooks, charts and initiating electronic or manual reports when required.

• Responsible for accurately serializing parts to maintain traceability at all times. Responsible for keeping facilities, material, and work area orderly exercising care in their use, maintaining good housekeeping practices.  Ability to move parts of 50 pounds or more with use of lift fixtures and cranes as well as comply with all EHS and Quality requirements.

• Perform cleaning processes on hardware and perform various chemical tests on parts as necessary.

• Train other personnel, when required. Must sit and stand in restrictive positions for long periods of time as well as stoop, bend, and move wrists, arms, and shoulders continuously while generating edges with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Must have the ability to work in normal conditions found in a machine shop including exposure to dirt, dust, noise and metal particles due to tooling required to generate edges with or without reasonable accommodation. - Must have ability to wear designated PPE

• Forklifts, cranes and material handling equipment are expected to be used instead of manual lifting and carrying.  Employee may be required to lift or carry objects weighing up to 50# following proper ergonomic procedures.

• Must actively participate in a team-based environment which includes, but not limited to the following: Active participation in daily team meetings and activities, cooperates and relates well with others, practices direct professional communication with team members, and is open to new ideas from team members and considers opinions different from their own.

Requirements Include:

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Must have at least 3 years manufacturing experience in set-up and operations of any 2 of the following computer numerically controlled (CNC) or manual machining processes: drilling, milling, grinding, turning, or broaching or 2-year degree from an accredited machinist training program.

• Must have one year of experience reading and interpreting mechanical blueprints and/or production planning.

• Must have at least 2 years using precision measuring instruments.

• Must be able to push, pull or lift parts up to 50 lbs. utilizing proper ergonomic procedures.

Desired Qualifications:

• Prior Aircraft Engines machining experience

• Must be able to use computers and learn Microsoft Office.

• Must be able to follow written and verbal instructions and communicate effectively in the English language.

• Experience working in a high-performing team-based environment.

Additional Information:  

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation for purposes of participating in the application/hiring process with GE. If you are unable or limited in your ability to apply or interview as a result of your disability, you can request reasonable accommodations by emailing us at accommodation.mailbox@ge.com. 

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

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GE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE is an Equal Opportunities 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 will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening.

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes