Job Description Summary

Job Description

About GE Aerospace

Are you ready to elevate your future? You’ll be warmly welcomed at GE Aerospace where we are advancing aviation technologies for today and tomorrow. Your work will contribute to the production of advanced jet engines, components and integrated systems that power commercial and military aircraft. You’ll be part of a team that embraces your drive, your curiosity, and your unique ideas and perspectives. You’ll learn and achieve as part of an on-going LEAN transformation. And, most importantly, you’ll share in our pride and purpose that affects the lives of millions around the world.

Working at our Norwich Location

As Norwich’s top aviation parts manufacturer, the GE Aerospace team is focused on quality, delivery, and cost by driving continuous improvement. Successful candidates can look forward to a fast paced, diverse work environment, flexible work hours/work arrangements, and managers who will encourage your career development and growth.

Basic Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalency.

• 1 year machine shop experience

• Use basic hand tools and measuring devices (i.e. - dial calipers, rulers, tape measures, protractors, micrometers, gauges, etc.) as required within department.

• Basic understanding of blueprint and process sheet interpretation

• Perform basic mathematical calculations involving decimals, ratios, etc.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

• Operate any type and size of single spindle, multiple spindles on a variety of operations such as drilling, reaming, boring, tapping, spot facing, countersinking, etc.

• Work with close tolerances and fine finishes.

• Perform tool offset and load parts.

• Perform job responsibilities according to internal process specifications and third-party requirements.

• Use all tools, jigs, fixtures, and gages necessary to perform operations.

• Perform duties on proto-type or first-time builds.

• Utilize proper PPE, safety equipment, and follow safety procedures.

• Participate in team initiatives.

• Cross-train as needed within the department.

• Reports problems to appropriate resource and/or Coach.

• Proactively work to improve efficiency and quality of products.

• Participates in and support team initiatives.

• Understands and abides by the GE Leadership behaviors.

• Other duties as assigned.

Desired Qualifications:

• 1-3 years machine shop experience in a manufacturing environment

• Education and/or training in machine shop operations

• Experience in a self-directed team environment

• Experience working with manual and CNC equipment including but not limited to lathes, mills, etc.

• Demonstrates ability to work effectively in a team environment.

• 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

• Ability to use Microsoft applications to analyze data (i.e. –Word, Excel, Oracle, etc.).

• Familiarity with 5S & lean manufacturing knowledge.

Physical demands:

• Ability to continuously use hands and fingers in repetition.

• Ability to occasionally bend, stoop, twist, crouch, squat, climb, and/or balance.

• Ability to continuously sit; ability to occasionally lift to 20 lbs.; ability to push/pull up to 22 lbs.

*All job descriptions are subject to change and/or updates.

​ The pay for this position is $20.60/hr. plus $2 for shift differential. This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus based on a percentage of your base salary/ commission based on the plan. This posting is expected to close on 11/22/24.

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: No