Machinist Technician Technology Program-1

Program Summary

• Specialized 2-year program combining on-the-job training with coursework through Hudson Valley Technical College
• Students spend 4-days a week in the classroom and 1-day onsite training during the school year
• Mandatory internship during the summer term
• All applicants will go through a entry exam and interview process prior to employment
• Apprentices paid for on-the-job training
• Tuition, and books paid by GE through sponsorship
• All applicants will be subject to a retention agreement of 2 years in order to be sponsored by GE
• Mentoring, teamwork, ongoing reviews
• Earn a 2-year Machine Tool Technology Associates Degree
• Training in basic measurements, assembly, safety, print reading, and many other manufacturing processes
• Hands on experience working in a manufacturing environment
• Skill set with the latest machining technology
• Personal development through coaching and mentoring
• Ability to make a measurable impact
• Entry into an in-demand skilled craft

Essential Responsibilities

• Work from drawings, sketches, and other instructions to perform machining operations such as mill, turn, face, bore, groove, contour, dovetail, drill, tap, etc. to precise mechanical tolerances
• Assists in taking and recording various measurements / runouts of components  
• Report any conflicts to the Shift Supervisor
• Complete daily point of work risk assessments and Safety Observations
• Record and report daily time
• Aggressively maintain a safe working environment to include good housekeeping practices of assigned work area and comply with all applicable environmental, health and safety policies
• Perform tooling set-up and maintenance activities as directed
• Maintain classroom GPA of B or better
• Pass technical ability reviews during summer internship period

Qualifications/Requirements

• High School Diploma / GED
• 1 – year work experience or education in machining specific trade area

• Ability to score at least a 75% on entry exam
• Ability, with or without accommodation, to pass site functional test lift/push/pull
• Ability and willingness to work overtime as required
• Ability and willingness to work occasional weekend shifts
• Ability and willingness to work on an off-shift (2nd: 3pm-11pm, 3rd: 11pm-7am)
• Ability and willingness to wear personal protective equipment, for example safety glasses, gloves, ear plugs, and safety shoes
• Ability and willingness to take a pre-employment test and submit to technical interview to maintain program sponsorship
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job.
• Employment is contingent on applicant signing a 2-year retention agreement with GE that begins after program graduation.

• Able to read blueprints
• Strong math skills
• Able to use, read, and understand measuring tools
• Knowledge of common PC tools, Excel, Word, Power Point, etc
• Reading comprehension; understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents
• Able to follow written instructions and take verbal instructions
• Able to work with computerized shop floor tools to include, but not limited to: vouchering systems, on-line quality programs, and payroll management tools

Ability to work alone or as part of a team with minimal supervision

The pay for this position is $28.01 per hour. This position is also eligible for shift premium when you work on an off shift i.e. 2nd or 3rd shift. Plus $1.00 USD an hour on top of base pay.

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.