Vacuum Furnace Operator 3 (Vacuum Braze)

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

Job summary

A leading energy company in Norwich is seeking a skilled manufacturing operator to support furnace operations. Candidates should possess 3-5 years of precision manufacturing experience, strong mechanical aptitude, and be able to operate high temperature furnaces. This position offers competitive pay, healthcare benefits, and various employee assistance programs.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Healthcare benefits

Retirement savings plan

Tuition assistance

Qualifications

• 3-5 years' experience in precision manufacturing.
• Ability and willingness to operate high temperature ovens and furnaces.
• Familiarity with 6S and lean manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain multiple furnaces according to specifications.
• Compliantly complete all labor tracking documentation.
• Communicate efficiently with team members.

Skills

Precision manufacturing experience

Mechanical aptitude

Intermediate computer application use

Hand tools and measuring devices

Education

High School Education or GED equivalent

Tools

Furnaces

Verniers

Micrometers

Calipers

Job description

Responsibilities

• Participate in and support team initiatives; receive guidance, training, and feedback from employees.
• Cross-train other employees as needed based upon knowledge and experience.
• Compliantly complete all written and/or electronic labor tracking documentation.
• Communicate with team to ensure all team members are aware of new issues and/or processes, etc. Proactively work to improve efficiency and quality of parts.
• Select and obtain tool fixtures and programs to anneal and harden a wide variety of metal parts and components.
• Assemble and braze metal and ceramic parts using a variety of braze alloys.
• Ability to interpret process sheets/print specifications and apply strict specifications while working closely within close tolerances.
• Operate and maintain multiple furnaces in accordance with NQWI 4.09.2.16 standards.
• Enter program data, change over, adjust equipment, vary temperatures, timing, furnace internal atmospheric conditions by introduction or evacuation of gases as specified or directed.
• Effectively and efficiently produce parts according to certification and quality guidelines.
• May assist with prototypes or first-time builds.
• Assist in maintenance and calibration support groups in maintenance, repair and troubleshooting of equipment.
• Record and log data and verify completeness of documentation to comply with NADCAP requirements.
• Communicate professionally and effectively with peers, leadership and customers.
• Report problems to appropriate resource and/or Coach.
• Proactively work to improve efficiency and quality of products.
• Participate in and support team initiatives.
• Understand and abides by the GE Leadership behaviors. Utilize proper PPE and safety equipment at all times.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High School Education or GED equivalent.
• 3-5 years\' precision manufacturing experience. Ability and willingness to obtain and maintain NADCAP certification in accordance to TP-004.
• Ability and willingness to use hand tools and measuring devices (verniers, micrometers, calipers, go/no-go gauges, dial indicators, etc.).
• Intermediate understanding of blueprint and process sheet interpretation.
• Strong mechanical aptitude; performs basic mathematical conversion calculations.
• Intermediate use of basic computer applications.
• Ability and willingness to operate high temperature ovens and furnaces; experience in a self-directed teaming environment.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment working with furnaces.
• Familiarity with 6S and lean manufacturing knowledge.

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. 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 [e-mail].

Compensation and Benefits

The pay for this position is $24.70/hr. This position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus based on a percentage of base salary/commission based on the plan. This posting is expected to close on 4/30/25. 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) with company matching and 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 sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs. 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. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.