Sr. Machinist - Lathe/Milling Operator

Job Description Summary

GE Vernova’s Gas Power business engineers advanced, efficient natural gas-powered technologies and services, along with decarbonization solutions that aim to help electrify a lower carbon future. It is a global leader in gas turbines and power plant technologies and services with the industry’s largest installed base.

Job Description

Benefit Highlight:

• Sign-On Bonus: Qualified external candidates may be eligible for a sign-on bonus ranging from $6,000 to $10,000, paid in increments.
• Relocation Assistance: Candidates relocating more than 50 miles may be eligible for relocation assistance of up to $5,000.

Bonus and relocation eligibility vary by role and are subject to company policy and program requirements.

Essential Responsibilities

As a Senior Machinist, you will set up and operate CNC machining equipment used in the manufacture of critical turbine components. This position supports multiple machining operations and requires the ability to work with close tolerances, complex drawings, and large industrial components.

Responsibilities include:

• Set up and operate CNC milling machines, horizontal boring mills, vertical turning lathes, and/or horizontal lathes as assigned.
• Machine large turbine components and forgings to close tolerances while maintaining quality and productivity standards.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, work instructions, and CNC programs.
• Interface with quality, engineering, manufacturing, and production control teams to support daily operations.
• Perform machining operations including setup, tooling adjustments, offsets, inspections, and dimensional verification.
• Use precision measuring and gauging equipment to verify product conformance.
• Maintain accurate production, inspection, and machine records.
• Perform routine operator preventive maintenance on assigned equipment.
• Safely perform rigging, material handling, and lifting activities using cranes and related equipment.
• Operate powered industrial trucks (PIT) and other material handling equipment as required.
• Participate in continuous improvement, cycle reduction, and process improvement initiatives.
• Support Environmental, Health & Safety programs and comply with all safety requirements.
• Cross-train and support multiple machining centers and product lines as business needs require.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications / Requirements

• Associate degree or equivalent post-secondary education in Machine Tool Technology and at least 1 year of experience machining large components to close tolerances using CNC milling, boring, turning, or lathe equipment; or