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As a Manufacturing Associate at our GE Lynn site, you will operate various beginner level machines throughout the shop to manufacture aircraft parts used on various GE engine lines. You could be operating a Punch Press, a Spot Weld Machine or an Electro Discharge Machine (EDM). This position requires at least 6 months of machine operating experience or a completed manufacturing program at a Vocation High School. Many of our Manufacturing associates move into other fields including CNC machining or Welding. Job Description At GE Aerospace, we have a relentless dedication to the future of safe and sustainable flight and the same dedication to the talented GE colleagues that make it happen. Working at GE Aviation means that you are bringing your unique perspective, innovative spirit, drive and curiosity to a collaborative and diverse team. Career Growth: GE isn?t just a great place to start your career - ?t?s a great place to expand and grow your career. Many entry-level employees grow into leadership roles in operations or other parts of the business. There are also opportunities to continue your career at GE in Lynn or across the globe Benefits: Our range of benefits includes health care starting on day one, 401 (k) savings plans with generous employer match, paid time off and more Education Assistance: GE encourages employees to continue their education and provides financial support to further employee learning Work environment! Learn more about GE?s Lynn campus and the amazing ways the company is contributing to charitable causes and community outreach across Massachusetts: Lynn \| GE Aviation \| GE Aviation Roles and Responsibilities: Operate Mills and / or Lathes, Punch Press, Spot Weld, Bench and EDM Machines Work with types of materials involved such as castings, forgings Work to established Lean Manufacturing guidelines involving one-piece flow, standard work, 6S, set-up reduction and wet process lines Essential Responsibilities Operate Mills and / or Lathes, Punch Press, Spot Weld, Bench and EDM Machines Work with types of materials involved such as castings, forgings Work to established Lean Manufacturing guidelines involving one-piece flow, standard work, 6S, set-up reduction and wet process lines Maintain high housekeeping standards to ensure safe and efficient work areas, including cleaning chips from around machine and keeping coolant / machine fluids off shop floor and maintaining organization of work area to established standards Make decisions based on experience & available data Qualifications/Requirements Graduate of a Vocational High School (Or graduate of other equivalent accredited manufacturing program) OR Minimum of 6 months of machining experience with Lathes and / or Mills, Punch Press, Bench or Spot Weld Machines and EDM Machines OR demonstrated work experience in reading and interpreting blueprints and mechanical aptitude or manufacturing experience ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENT : Ability to lift, move and manipulate fixtures and component hardware up to 25 lbs. with or without reasonable accommodations Desired Characteristics: Ability to verify and inspect own work using micrometers, plug gages, height gage and surface plates Ability to run manual equipment concurrently as required Ability to work effectively in a cellular, team oriented environment Ability to work under general direction with minimal supervision Excellent attendance history Ability to produce error free products Accurately completes job related paperwork Strives to meet or exceed job requirements Experience with machining high temp material (inconel, stainless, titanium, etc.) Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and a teaming environment Experience machining to aerospace standards and specifications Ability to work from and follow written instruction precisely (MOS, routers, engineering drawings) Ability to operate multiple machines Optical Comparator experience