3rd Shift Production Worker - Winder C-1

GE Vernova; City of Schenectady (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Retirement plan with company match

Paid holidays

Vacation time

Job summary

GE Vernova seeks a 3rd Shift Production Worker – Winder C to assemble and test electromechanical turbine components. You will follow engineering drawings, handle generator parts, and operate cranes and forklifts in a team environment while upholding safety rules and quality documentation.

Responsibilities include training others, improving processes, and preparing parts for shipment. Candidates should have 1 year of manufacturing experience and be able to work 11p–7a with lifting requirements.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Ability and willingness to work 3rd shift (11pm–7am).
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.
• 1 year of manufacturing or related experience.
• Ability to read schematics/drawings and understand instructions.
• Experience with basic assembly, wiring and mechanical components.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing concepts.
• Prior experience with forklift or similar material handling equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and test electromechanical assemblies for turbine components.
• Work from engineering drawings and work instructions to build assemblies.
• Assemble, bend, form, braze, tape, stack and connect generator parts.
• Move materials using cranes and fork trucks as required.
• Follow safety, quality, and process documentation requirements.
• Assist in process documentation improvements and testing.
• Provide on‑the‑job training and support to colleagues as needed.
• Maintain 5S housekeeping and proper inventory preparation for shipments.

Skills

LEAN understanding

Mechanical inclination

Reading schematics/drawings

Team safety mindset

Overtime flexibility

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Job Description Summary

The 3rd Shift Production Worker - Winder C must be willing to perform work in a team environment – adhering to all safety , attendance, and work rules, regulations & equipment requirements.

Job Description Summary

The 3rd Shift Production Worker - Winder C must be willing to perform work in a team environment – adhering to all safety , attendance, and work rules, regulations & equipment requirements.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

• Basic Assembly and test electromechanical assemblies for turbine components including installation, adhesive bonding, drilling, tapping, torquing, lubricating, and wiring
• Work from engineering drawings, work instructions, and wiring diagrams
• Assemble, bend, form, braze, tape, stack Generator parts, assemblies and components on both New Build work and Services
• Assemble, fit, and connect a variety of Generator parts and components
• Utilize standard tooling to complete work tasks
• Utilize the proper chemicals; must be able to understand safety data and shelf-life information
• Follow EHS compliance for turbine assembly and test
• Perform complete and accurate quality documentation
• Assist in implementation of documentation and process improvements
• Assist in testing and minor inspections as needed
• Move material/product using cranes (Level 2) and other approved material movement equipment to perform work tasks such as fork trucks
• Unload and prepare parts/product for shipment
• Perform Complex repair work. Provide on-the job training to other personnel as needed
• Provide on-the-job training to other personnel as needed. Complete other daily housekeeping functions including 5s and parts kitting. Assist in all aspects for Service and Repair work
• Must demonstrate the ability to follow policies and practices and improve Safety, Quality, Delivery and Cost including, but not limited to: use of all required personal protective equipment, ensuring machine guards and safety features are working, identifying and reporting unsafe working conditions; attention to detail - identifying and reporting quality issues found through in-line checking and reporting of critical appearance defects for resolution
• Physical demands of the position include: Constant standing; frequently handling various parts for assembly; frequent walking, reaching at waist level, pushing/pulling, grasping/squeezing, pinching, fine motor dexterity, neck flexion, and using air tools; occasionally sitting, reaching overhead, reaching at shoulder level, reaching at knee and floor level, bending, stooping, squatting, crouching, kneeling, crawling, ladder/stair climbing, pivoting, twisting, neck extension/rotation, and using vibratory tools. Handling and lifting of parts and/or equipment
• Must Adhere to and follow all safety procedures, i.e., lock-out/tag-out, report safety concerns, use appropriate PPE as required, and follow similar safety practices
• Ability to work in a loud/noisy environment
• The factories are not climate controlled – conditions can be hot or cold
• Ability to work overtime as required
• Switching between various production assignments as required
• Qualifications/Requirements
• High School Diploma/GED
• Ability and willingness to work 3rd Shift 11p-7a
• Ability and willingness to lift up to 40 pounds
• Desired
• 1 year manufacturing experience
• 1 year relevant work experience
• Ability to convey technical/mechanical ability
• Vocational Certification
• Prior manufacturing production, warehouse, or industrial assembly experience
• Mechanically inclined
• Ability to read schematics/drawings
• Knowledge of safe shop operation practices
• Qualified in various manufacturing functions (IE Forklift)
• Prior experience assembling mechanical components
• Ability to identify maintenance issues with machinery or equipment
• Focus and understanding of LEAN
• Ability and willingness to work overtime

Additional Information

GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova 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 Vernova 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

For Candidates Applying To a U.S. Based Position Only

• The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas.

This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on August 14, 2026.

Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, 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 Vernova 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 financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance and 12 paid holidays. New hires also two weeks of annual vacation (which may be pro-rated based on start date).

GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, “GE Vernova”) sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova 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 GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.