Assembler / Tester 1

-; Norwich; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company in Norwich is seeking a qualified individual to assemble parts and perform essential testing. The ideal candidate will have a high school education and experience in assembly and electronics manufacturing. Responsibilities include addressing problems within the team and ensuring all materials are current. The role provides a competitive hourly wage and comprehensive healthcare benefits, along with various employee support programs.

Benefits

Healthcare benefits

Retirement savings plan

Tuition assistance

Paid parental leave

Qualifications

• High School Education or GED equivalency.
• Preferred assembly, solder, and electronics manufacturing experience.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Assemble parts according to process sheet/print instructions.
• Perform electrical, mechanical, and magnetic testing as required.
• Utilize proper PPE and follow safety procedures.

Skills

Assembly experience

Soldering skills

Electronics manufacturing

Team collaboration

Problem-solving

Education

High School Education or GED

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Oracle

Job description

Job Description

Basic Qualifications

• High School Education or GED equivalency.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

• Assemble parts according to process sheet/print instructions.
• Perform electrical, mechanical, magnetic testing as required (i.e. dielectric, meggar, hipot, etc.).
• Perform in-process hi‑pot testing; perform basic set up of fixtures.
• Perform vapor blasting as required; perform inventory counts and verification.
• Assist with prototype or first‑time builds with guidance from higher‑level employees.
• Assist Engineering and/or Team in development and/or improvement of layout procedures and process sheets.
• Review expiration date of materials to ensure all are current.
• Proactively work to improve efficiency and quality of products; maintain good housekeeping skills.
• Utilize proper PPE, safety equipment, and follow safety procedures.
• Cross‑train other employees as needed based on knowledge and experience.
• Compliantly complete all written and/or electronic labor tracking documentation.
• Report problems to the appropriate resource and/or Coach.
• Keep all shift operators informed on special problems involving operation or set up.
• Communicate with the team to ensure all members are aware of new processes and/or issues; may interact with internal cross‑functional teams (i.e. planning).
• Participate in and support team initiatives.
• Understand and abide by the GE Leadership behaviors.
• Other duties as required.

Desired Qualifications

• Preferred assembly, solder, and electronics manufacturing experience.
• Comfortable working with multiple chemicals and/or gas compounds.
• Past experience in a self‑directed teaming environment.
• Demonstrated 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 (e.g. Word, Excel, Oracle, etc.).
• Familiarity with 5S and lean manufacturing concepts.

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 up 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 $18/hour. 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 8/30/25.

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.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation for purposes of participating in the application/hiring process with GE. If you are unable or limited in your ability to apply or interview as a result of your disability, you can request reasonable accommodations by emailing us at [e-mail].

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screen (as applicable).

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).

Relocation Assistance Provided: No