Assembly Welder -- Full-Time

WelderNorthstar Aerospace, now part of Avio Aero - a GE Aerospace Company, is a leading independent manufacturer of components and assemblies to the global Aerospace industry. Our principal products include gears and transmissions, accessory gearbox assemblies, rotorcraft drive systems, and other machined and fabricated parts for helicopters and fixed-wing aircraft. We also provide maintenance and repair and overhaul (MRO) on these platforms.This position is in Northstar's Welding Department, and reports to the Production Supervisor. The position works with all levels of employees throughout the organization as necessary, but does not direct the work of other employees. This is a full-time position.The essential duties and responsibilities of this position are listed below. This list is not all inclusive and may be amended by Northstar, from time to time.Responsible for the efficient, timely, and economical accomplishment of assigned weld work.Responsible for welding activities, abiding by established policies, plans, methods, procedures, deadlines, and prioritiesInterpret weld specifications and customer requirementsThis position will not direct the work of any other employees.The physical requirements of this position are listed below. This list is not all inclusive and may be amended by Northstar, from time to time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties of the position.Frequent standing, walking, talking, hearing and seeingFrequent lifting of up to 30 poundsFrequent reaching, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, pushing, pulling, fingering, grasping, feeling, twisting, bending and repetitive motionOccasional sitting, writing and typingVisual acuity to determine the accuracy and thoroughness of product and/or partsFrequent exposure to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particlesFrequent exposure to moderate to heavy noiseThe ability to wear proper personal protective equipment, including earplugs, safety glasses, safety shoes, etc.Education Required: High school diploma or equivalent experience. Must be certified to AWS D17.1.Experience Required: 5 years' recent experience in welding of complex sheet metal aerospace fabricated hardwareThe knowledge, skills and abilities required and/or preferred for this position are listed below. This list is not all inclusive and may be amended by Northstar, from time to time.Ability to read and interpret blueprintsMust be professional, punctual and reliableMust be able to read and writeDemonstrated understanding of Lean Manufacturing conceptsUnderstand Shop 5S per established Schedule and additional 5S activities as requiredAt Northstar, we understand the importance of Total Rewards and offer varied benefit offerings based upon location.Medical, Dental and Vision InsuranceShort Term and Long-Term DisabilityLife and AD&D InsuranceEmployee Assistant ProgramEmployee Service Awards (service and recognition)Performance BonusThis 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)).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).