Assembler 1st Shift (Tues-Fri)

GE Aerospace; Loves Park (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) retirement plan with company-mA

Tuition assistance

Job summary

GE Aerospace is seeking an entry- to mid-level assembler in Loves Park, IL to contribute to failure analysis, set up and operate product equipment, and verify in-process data against specifications.

You will read and apply complex drawings and manuals, while following safety rules and documenting technical data in English. This role emphasizes adherence to work instructions and continuous improvement in assembly quality.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum 1 year+ of experience with aerospace or similar assembly.
• Ability to lift 25 lbs.
• Ability to use & understand mechanical / electrical measuring tools and equipment.
• Ability to read, interpret, and follow assembly blueprints, work instructions, and component maintenance manuals.
• Ability to read, interpret and document technical data in English.

Responsibilities

• Work with and provide input to help in failure analysis working from assembly prints, assembly plans, test procedures, component maintenance manual, engineering change order or other controlled documents.
• Set up and operate equipment common to the product with direction from technicians.
• Check and record assembly data and perform / document in process verification required.
• Recognize process variation, adjust accordingly to compliant work practices
• Work from complex product drawings, manuals and specifications
• Comply with all safety rules, wear all required PPE, and report any safety concerns and injuries immediately.

Skills

Read and interpret assembly blueprints

Documentation of technical data in EN

Lifting up to 25 lbs

Use and understand mechanical/electrI）

Read and follow technical instructions

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Tools

Measuring tools and equipment

Job description

Roles And Responsibilities

• Work with and provide input to help in failure analysis working from assembly prints, assembly plans, test procedures, component maintenance manual, engineering change order or other controlled documents.


• Set up and operate equipment common to the product with direction from technicians.


• Check and record assembly data and perform / document in process verification required.


• Recognize process variation, adjust accordingly to compliant work practices


• Work from complex product drawings, manuals and specifications


• Comply with all safety rules, wear all required PPE, and report any safety concerns and injuries immediately

Qualifications

• High School Diploma / GED


• Minimum of 1 year+ of experience with aerospace/or similar assembly


• Ability and willingness to lift 25 lbs.


• Ability and willingness to use & understand mechanical / electrical measuring tools and equipment


• Ability and willingness to read, interpret, and follow assembly blueprints, work instructions, and component maintenance manuals, etc.


• Ability and willingness to read, interpret and document technical data in English

Desired Characteristics

• Solder certification


• Minimum of 1 year+ of experience in electromechanical / electrical assembly


• Ability to work independently with some assistance from senior operators.


• Understand and use required systems for repair transactions and customer requirements.


• Experience operating test lab equipment


• Follow schematics to aid in troubleshooting


• Ability to recognize problems and resolve in a timely manner


• Must be able to set up and operate relevant test equipment

The pay for this position is $21.00/hr. This posting is expected to close on September 26th, 2026.

Benefits

• Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace; and the Employee Assistance Program, which provides 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services.


• Retirement benefits include the GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan, a 401(k) savings plan 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.

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). Employees may also be subject to random and reasonable-suspicion drug and alcohol testing.

GE Aerospace (General Electric Company or the Company) and its 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 role may encounter high risk or hazardous operations, working with chemicals, and/or include working shifts beyond a standard workweek. As such, a requirement of the role is to be at least 18 years of age by the time of joining.

Relocation Assistance Provided: No