Manufacturing Assembler

gevernova; Stafford; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career development opportunities

Safety-first environment

Job summary

GE Vernova is seeking a skilled Assembler to support the manufacture of Large Power Transformers in a busy production environment. The role emphasizes Lean Manufacturing, quality control, and safe, efficient assembly.

You will follow SOPs and work with the team to meet production plans, ensuring on-time delivery while adhering to safety standards and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in light mechanical assembly or similar manufacturing environment.
• Ability to follow written instructions and standard procedures accurately.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Comfortable using touchscreen technology and basic IT systems.
• Experience with manual handling and safe lifting practices.

Responsibilities

• Assemble products in line with the manufacturing plan.
• Ensure on-time delivery targets are met while maintaining safety and quality.
• Follow SOPs and quality requirements; interpret drawings and schematics.
• Support process improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Maintain clean, organized workstations and report equipment issues.
• Assist in training and supporting colleagues within the production team.

Skills

Light mechanical assembly

Written instructions

Teamwork

Touchscreen technology

Manual handling

Safety compliance

Job description

Job Description Summary

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Assembler to support the manufacture of Large Power Transformers in line with customer and production requirements. The successful candidate will ensure all assembly, inspection, and testing activities are completed using Lean Manufacturing methodologies while maintaining the highest standards of quality, safety, and efficiency.

Job Description

What You'll Be Doing

Environment, Health & Safety (EHS)

• Maintain full compliance with all EHS policies, procedures, and safe working practices.
• Follow all operational safety procedures to ensure personal safety and the safety of colleagues.
• Always Adhere to mandatory Life Saving Rules and workplace safety standards.

Production & Delivery

• Responsible for the assembly and build of products in line with the manufacturing plan.
• Ensure products are completed to schedule to support on-time delivery targets.
• Work efficiently to achieve production goals without compromising safety or quality.

Product Quality

• Ensure all work is completed in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and quality requirements.
• Maintain high build standards and identify any issues affecting product quality.
• Interpret technical diagrams, drawings, and schematics accurately.

Continuous Improvement

• Support and implement process improvement initiatives to enhance productivity, quality, and delivery performance.
• Contribute ideas for improvement through the Employee Ideas Scheme.
• Assist in driving sustainable manufacturing efficiencies using Lean Manufacturing principles.

Maintenance & Housekeeping

• Follow routine maintenance schedules and cleaning plans for workstations, tools, jigs, and fixtures.
• Report any concerns or equipment issues to the Production Support Engineer/Coordinator.
• Maintain a clean, organised, and safe working environment.

Team Support

• Assist with training and supporting colleagues where required.
• Collaborate effectively within the production team.
• Support additional duties as required to meet business needs.
• Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability to future operational requirements.

What We're Looking For

Essential Skills & Experience

• Good general standard of education with recognised qualifications.
• Significant experience within a light mechanical assembly or similar manufacturing environment.
• Ability to follow written instructions and standard procedures accurately.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Comfortable using touchscreen technology and basic IT systems.
• Experience with manual handling and safe lifting practices.

Desirable Skills & Knowledge

• Electrical or electronic qualifications would be advantageous.
• Understanding of Lean Manufacturing, Kanban, and Flow/Pull techniques.
• Mechanical and/or electrical aptitude.
• Experience interpreting engineering drawings and schematic diagrams.

Additional Information

Shift Pattern: Rotating Monday to Friday

• 6:00am - 2:00pm
• 2:00pm - 10:00pm

Why This Role Matters

Manufacturing Assemblers are critical to ensuring the safe and efficient production of high-quality products that meet customer expectations. This role directly supports operational performance, product quality, and on-time delivery across the manufacturing operation.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work within a leading manufacturing environment
• Supportive team culture focused on safety and continuous improvement
• Career development opportunities within logistics and manufacturing operations
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Inclusion and Diversity
• Creating an inclusive work environment is very important to us. By valuing the ideas and contributions of a diverse workforce, we encourage and inspire others to grow and achieve success. Join GE Vernova where you can achieve your goals in an environment where you feel a sense of belonging.

Inclusion and Diversity

Creating an inclusive work environment is very important to us. By valuing the ideas and contributions of a diverse workforce, we encourage and inspire others to grow and achieve success. Join GE Vernova where you can achieve your goals in an environment where you feel a sense of belonging.

About GE Vernova

GE Vernova Inc. (NYSE: GEV) is a purpose-built global energy company that includes Power, Wind, and Electrification segments and is supported by its accelerator businesses. Building on over 130 years of experience tackling the world’s challenges, GE Vernova is uniquely positioned to help lead the energy transition by continuing to electrify the world while simultaneously working to decarbonize it. GE Vernova helps customers power economies and deliver electricity that is vital to health, safety, security, and improved quality of life. GE Vernova is headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, U.S., with approximately 75,000 employees across approximately 100 countries around the world. Supported by the Company’s purpose, The Energy to Change the World, GE Vernova technology helps deliver a more affordable, reliable, sustainable, and secure energy future. Learn more: GE Vernova and LinkedIn.

About GE Vernova Electrification Segment

GE Vernova’s Electrification segment includes Grid Solutions, Power Conversion, Solar and Storage Solutions, -collectively referred to as Electrification Systems -and digital technologies, referred to as Electrification Software. The solutions offered by this segment are essential for the transmission, distribution, conversion, storage, and orchestration of electricity from point of generation to point of consumption.

Relocation Assistance

Relocation Assistance Provided: No