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CNC Machinist - First Shift

GE Vernova -
Wilmington, NC

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Job Details

Full-time
$35.36 - $39.17 an hour
10 days ago

Benefits

Paid parental leave
Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Adoption assistance
Parental leave
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Life insurance
Prescription drug insurance

Qualifications

Inspection gauge
Mechanical blueprint interpretation
Computer operation
Machine setup
Equipment setup (production tasks)
Machining tool setup
Shop math
High school diploma or GED
Mechanical drawings
Dimensional measurements
Precision measurement in machining
Manufacturing company experience

Full Job Description

As the 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.

Required Qualifications

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.).

Eligibility Requirement

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.

Desired Qualifications

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

Pay Transparency

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the base pay for this position is will be $35.36/hour.

This position is eligible for either a Machinist I or a Machinist II. Hires will be placed at the appropriate level based on years of machinist experience and/or formal machining education, and performance on a machinist assessment.

Machinist 1: $35.36/hour, after 6-months of successful performance you will progress to $37.27/hour.

Machinist 2: $38.25/hour, after 6-months of successful performance you will progress to $39.17/hour.

Hires that pass their probationary period and meet Machinist 2 level qualifications will be eligible to re-assess and grow to a Machinist 2.

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.

Additional Information

GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is an Equal 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 Vernova 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

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position only:

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

This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on August 10, 2026.

Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, 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 Vernova 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 financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance and 12 paid holidays. New hires also two weeks of annual vacation (which may be pro-rated based on start date).

GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, “GE Vernova”) sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova 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 GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

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