Manufacturing Associate (Shipping Receiving Clerk) - Day Shift

IF1139 GE Aviation Systems LLC; Vandalia (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

GE Aviation Systems LLC in Vandalia, OH, seeks a Manufacturing Associate to advance production on multiple customer applications. You will build electrical harnesses and controllers, read and follow procedures, perform precise measurements, and use pneumatic and hand tools to complete assemblies.

The role requires soldering, brazing, and basic coating tasks while maintaining safety and quality standards. The ideal candidate works well in a team, maintains good attendance, and demonstrates a

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read and understand written instructions, procedures, and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Build electrical harness assemblies and controllers.
• Follow procedures and instructions.
• Perform mechanical measurements using calipers and gauges.
• Use pneumatic and hand tools to assemble components.
• Solder and braze assemblies.
• Potting, coating, and cleaning of components.
• Coat assemblies with specified solutions.
• Mix varnishes and paint and measure viscosity.
• Apply basic math (fractions, decimals, and whole numbers).
• Adhere to EHS guidelines including PPE.
• General upkeep and light labor on site.

Skills

Teamwork

Attendance

Attention to detail

Manual dexterity

Computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift license

Pneumatic tools

Hand tools

Job description

Job Description Summary

Manufacturing Associate Working at our Vandalia Facilities: Our Vandalia facility is located 50 minutes north of the GE Aerospace headquarters and sits just north of the city of Dayton—known widely as the birthplace of aviation—where the Wright Brothers built the world’s first aircraft in their bicycle shop in the heart of downtown Dayton. This business boasts a rich history, in operation for over 100 years. At over 140,000 square feet, the Vandalia facility rests on 25 acres right off Interstate 75. At GE Aerospace in Vandalia, we specialize in manufacturing and servicing world-class power generation and electrical control and distribution equipment for a variety of military and commercial customers. Vandalia is also home to a product development lab where operators and engineers work together to invent the future of flight.

Role Overview

A Manufacturing Associate furthers production on all customer applications across the site, primarily focused one or more of the following areas, according to the needs of the business:

• Build up electrical harness assemblies and other types of controllers.
• Review, understand, and follow procedures, specifications, and other instructions.
• Perform mechanical measurements using scales, calipers, and gages.
• Use pneumatic and hand tools to perform assembly tasks and complete assemblies using nuts, bolts, and screws.
• Solder and braze assemblies, sub-assemblies, and components.
• Perform potting, coating, and cleaning of all components.
• Coat assemblies with solutions per specifications.
• Mix varnishes and/or paint and measure viscosity.
• Apply basic math calculations (addition, subtraction, multiplication and division of fractions, decimals, and whole numbers).
• Conform to all EHS guidelines, including but not limited to, wearing proper PPE.
• General upkeep of the site, including but not limited to janitorial duties, moving furniture, grounds-keeping, and general labor.

The Ideal Candidate

• Ability to work in a team-based environment.
• Maintain good attendance and punctuality.
• Strong attention to detail and knowledge of production processes.
• Manual dexterity to perform assembly tasks in a safe and efficient manner.
• Proficient with a computer.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read and understand written instructions, procedures, and specifications.

Preferred Qualifications

• Assembly experience, ideally with electronic assemblies.
• Manufacturing or mechanical work experience.
• Taking mechanical measurements using scales, calipers, and gages.
• Soldering and brazing.
• Using pneumatic tools and hand tools (pliers, wrenches, hammers, etc.).
• Performing light machining (drill press, flush/backflush, lead cutting, stripping, forming, etc.).
• Forklift license (desired for shipping, receiving and stockroom).

Additional Information

• Pay starts at $18.32 per hour.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds repetitively, occasionally lift up to 35 pounds non-repetitively, and some-times lift over 35 pounds with assistance.
• Involves working in an area where there may be moderate noise intensity (85 to 89.9 dBs) and areas where hearing protection is required.
• Involves working in an area where, due to normal machining operations there may be dust, fumes, or smoke (not over OSHA permissible exposure levels).
• This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, employment will be contingent upon the ability to prove that you meet the status of a U.S. Person as one of the following: U.S. lawful permanent resident, U.S. Citizen, have been granted asylee or refugee status (i.e., a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)).

Closing

We strive to keep a fun and enjoyable shop atmosphere while maintaining the highest level of quality work output. We work together to make the impossible happen and we are looking for people like YOU to join us! We’re looking for team-oriented individuals with the ability to share ideas and make recommendations with peers and leadership.

Relocation Assistance Provided

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

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.

Our Culture

We are a world-leading provider of jet engines, components, and integrated systems for commercial and military aircraft. At GE Aerospace, respect for people is core to our culture and commitment to FLIGHT DECK, our proprietary lean operating model. We attract, develop, and retain industry-leading talent from all backgrounds and cultivate communities where people are respected and empowered to reach their fullest potential. For the people of GE Aerospace, their work isn't just a job. It's their passion and purpose. We work and win as one team, accountable to each other and our customers, and we are always finding a better way to climb higher together. We were meant to fly.