CNC Programmer Co-op

About the role

GE Aerospace is hiring a CNC programmer co-op student in Lynn. You will work closely with an experienced machinist to set up and run CNC mills and/or lathes, using materials such as castings, forgings, screw machine blanks, turret lathe blanks, sawed blanks and bar stock. The work follows Lean Manufacturing guidelines and maintains high housekeeping standards.

Key responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC mills and/or lathes
• Perform set-ups: changing chuck jaws, tool holders, fixtures, boring bars, drills and reamers, and setting tools
• Work to Lean Manufacturing guidelines, including one-piece flow, standard work, 6S, set-up reduction and wet process lines
• Maintain clean, organized work areas, removing chips and keeping coolant and machine fluids off the shop floor

Required profile

• Currently enrolled in a Vocational Technical High School (at least midway through junior year)
• Currently enrolled in a machinist/manufacturing program
• Relevant hands-on machining/manufacturing experience or coursework
• Able to lift, move and manipulate fixtures and component hardware up to 25 lbs, with or without reasonable accommodations
• Desired: experience or completed courses in geometric tolerancing, teamwork, excellent time management, ability to follow written instructions precisely, and a willingness to meet or exceed job requirements

What we offer

• Pay of $18.33 per hour, with eligibility for an annual discretionary bonus and a commission-based plan
• Healthcare (medical, dental, vision, prescription drugs), HealthCoach, and Employee Assistance Program
• Retirement savings plan with company matching and contributions, plus tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability and life insurance, and paid time off
• Access to U.S. export-controlled information is required; employment is contingent on proving U.S. person status and on passing a drug screen (as applicable)