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GE Aerospace Lead CMM Programmer in West Jefferson, North Carolina
Job Description Summary
Product quality review associated with the manufacturing process. Responsible for departmental operations planning/execution or is focused on execution of professional activities within a technical discipline. Functions with some autonomy but guided by established policies or review of end results.
The job allows modification of procedures and practices covering work as long as the end results meet standards of acceptability (quality, volume, timeliness etc.).
Job Description
Roles and Responsibilities
The Lead CMM Programmer role is responsible for all core and ancillary competencies of programming CMM machines in PC-DMIS. The position will manage a group of parts as assigned by the Quality Leader and manage the conformity of the hardware and CMM processes associated with them. This position is expected to be fully independent in nature and able to manage all processes and systems related to the CMM measurement of hardware. This role is also expected to research and explore new technologies for automated inspection methods and help integrate them into use within the shop.
Ownership includes both quality assurance and quality control. Includes quality assurance of products, services, manufacturing processes. Includes conformance in manufacturing, incoming goods control, product inspection, etc.
Programming in PC-DMIS
Maintain QEP Level 2 proficiency
Maintain PR Certification
Actively mentor the PB level engineers within the shop
Proactively identify opportunities for process capability and yield improvement
Own root cause and corrective action identification and completion for hardware non-conformances
Analyze data to identify problems, drive actions, and implement fixes
Identify inspection reduction opportunities through statistical analysis, point of generation inspection, or new inspection methods.
Lead in cross-functional projects, working with hourly workforce, process engineers, design engineers, and operations team to meet site quality and delivery goals
Develop in-depth knowledge of a technical discipline. Use prior experience and acquired technical expertise to execute policy/strategy.
In-depth understanding of key business drivers; uses this understanding to accomplish own work. In-depth understanding of how work of own team integrates with other teams and contributes to the area.
Demonstrate good judgment and has ability to propose different solutions. Uses prior experience and on-the-job training to solve straightforward tasks and make decisions. Has technical skills and analytical thinking required to solve problems. May use multiple internal sources outside of own team to arrive at decisions.
A job at this level is likely to be an individual contributor with proven interpersonal skills
Provides dotted-line Leadership to and works effectively with cross-functional team members.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college preferred (or one of the following scenarios; a high school diploma / GED with at least 4 years of experience in Manufacturing or Associates degree in a related technical field with at least 2 years of experience in Manufacturing)
QEP Level II certification or comparable skillset from another technical LPB level role
Desired Characteristics
Humble: respectful, receptive, agile, eager to learn
Transparent: shares critical information, speaks with candor, contributes constructively
Focused: quick learner, strategically prioritizes work, committed
Leadership ability: strong communicator, decision-maker, collaborative
Problem solver: analytical-minded, challenges existing processes, critical thinker
Strong oral and written communication skills. Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems. Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs. Established project management skills.
Highly motivated, passionate
Ability to coordinate several projects simultaneously
Effective problem identification and solution skills
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.
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 offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE is an Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights_10_20.pdf) . 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 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: Yes