Production Assembler - 1st shift

Job Description Summary

In this role as a Production Assembler at our GE Jacksonville site, you will be a key member of our production team, helping to assemble a variety of electronic components for OEM and engine repair. You will learn how to assemble electrical components and systems, such as harnesses, sensors, igniters, leads, and exciters, as well as how to solder and perform functional testing. You will be part of our teaming environment that utilizes lean and 5S practices to continuously improve products and processes.

Job Description

At GE Aerospace, we believe the world works better when it flies, and we lead the way in developing and manufacturing advanced jet engines, components, and integrated systems for commercial and military aircraft. Joining GE Aerospace means becoming part of a collaborative and diverse team that values your unique perspectives, innovative spirit, drive, and curiosity. You will contribute to our ongoing LEAN transformation, working smarter, not harder, and sharing in the pride and purpose of work that truly matters to millions around the world. Are you ready to elevate your future with us?

• Career Growth: GE isn't just a great place to start your career-it'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 Jacksonville 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: Jacksonville site is unique; we manufacture electronic component parts in addition to having a Repair & Overhaul shop for GE Engines. Our climate-controlled site embraces diversity and career advancement. We have 9 active employee resource groups.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Perform visual & basic measurement inspection of parts subsequent to assembly steps.
• Cut, strip, and crimp wire.
• Performs functional tests using a variety of equipment to verify accuracy and functionality (i.e. electrical, helium, and leak tests).
• Operate test equipment.
• Obtain all required certifications.
• Safely handle hazardous materials.
• Use a wide variety of hand and/or power tools.
• Conduct weight measuring.

Requirements Include:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Prior assembly experience.
• Ability to read and interpret dimensional measurements (calipers, and scales).
• Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screen (as applicable).
• Ability to lift up to 25lbs.
• This role may encounter high risk or hazardous operations and/or include working shifts beyond a standard workweek. As such, a requirement of the role is to be at least 18 years of age by the time of joining.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Possess basic math, computer, and ERP skills, along with basic written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to cross-train as required and be capable of reading and interpreting blueprints.
• Experience in soldering, electronics manufacturing, assembly, and brazing is preferred.
• Dimensional and electrical training.

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, employment will be contingent upon the ability to prove that you meet the status of a U.S. Person as one of the following: U.S. lawful permanent resident, U.S. Citizen, have been granted asylee or refugee status (i.e., a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)).

Additional Information

GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer . 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 Aerospace 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). Employees may also be subject to random and reasonable-suspicion drug and alcohol testing.

Relocation Assistance Provided: No