Blade Finishing & Assembly Technician I

GE Vernova, Inc.; Grand Forks (ND); On-site; USD 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Prescription drug coverage

Health Coach

Employee Assistance Program

401(k) with match

Tuition assistance

Paid parental leave

Disability benefits

Life insurance

12 paid holidays

Paid vacation

Job summary

GE Vernova, Inc. in Grand Forks, ND is hiring for a blade finishing/assembly role. You will perform grinding, masking, gelcoat application, painting, sanding, and edge finishing on turbine blades, following detailed work instructions.

The position requires physical stamina, ability to lift up to 40 lbs, and operation of hand and power tools. U.S. workers will receive a comprehensive benefits package and competitive hourly pay.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift/carry objects or materials up to 40 lbs.
• Ability to push/pull heavy objects.
• Ability to stand for extended periods on concrete floors.
• Ability to work with hands for an extended period.
• Ability to operate basic hand tools, power tools, and heavy machinery.
• Requires usage of respirator.

Responsibilities

• Follow the work instructions.
• Grinding blade to work instruction specifications.
• Grind between quality marks and apply gelcoat to designated locations.
• Matting to give blades a clean finish.
• Painting and Sanding.
• Apply tape to edge of blade to avoid overspray of gel coat.
• Apply auto mask to the shell of the blade.
• Apply filler/mud to the lead edge of the blade, then scrape off excess so all voids are filled.
• Turn the blade utilizing machine.
• Wear designated personal protective equipment and follow all health and safety guidelines.
• Maintain 5s standards.
• Remove access tape and material from lightening cable inside the blade.
• Apply zip ties to lightening cable according to work instructions to attach it to the web.
• Take out stay bolts from the ring on the root of the blade.
• Insert plugs into bushings around the root to avoid dust in the bushing.
• Two individuals place donut inside the blade utilizing sika.
• Use of hand tools/scraper to even out sika that is applied to the edge of the donut.
• Willingness to learn repair aspects of finishing and assembly areas

Skills

Manual dexterity

Physical stamina

Teamwork

Ability to lift up to 40 lbs

Use of hand tools

Respirator usage

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Tools

Grinding tools

Gelcoat application tools

Masking tape

Sika sealant

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

GE Vernova, Inc. in Grand Forks, ND is hiring for a blade finishing/assembly role. You will perform grinding, masking, gelcoat application, painting, sanding, and edge finishing on turbine blades, following detailed work instructions.

The position requires physical stamina, ability to lift up to 40 lbs, and operation of hand and power tools. U.S. workers will receive a comprehensive benefits package and competitive hourly pay.