Production Associate 1 - 1st Shift (M-F - 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM)

GE HealthCare (United States); State College (Centre County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

GE HealthCare is seeking an Assembly Technician to perform routine tasks in product assembly, bonding, potting, and soldering. You will read blueprints and diagrams to assemble probe components and may operate automated assembly equipment. The role requires working under a microscope and handling small parts with precision.

Candidate must have a High School diploma or GED, basic computer skills, and strong manual dexterity. Overtime may be required in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Basic computer proficiency expected; Microsoft Office experience a plus.
• Must be able to sit or stand at a workstation for extended periods and use a microscope.
• Follow verbal and written instructions with good communication.
• Willingness to overtime as needed.
• Good manual dexterity and ability to work in fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine tasks in Product Assembly, bonding, potting, mixing epoxy, installing covers and other components.
• Read blueprints or diagrams to assemble probe components.
• Perform solder touch-up or secondary soldering as needed.
• Assist in wiring, epoxy, final assembly/lensing.
• Operate hand tools and possibly automated assembly equipment.
• Work under a microscope for extended periods.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description Summary

GE HealthCare is committed to designing imaging devices that guide Surgeons in making critical, life-changing decisions. With our Active imaging platforms, procedure-based transducer portfolio, and software packages created for the end-user, we provide the solution to visualize anatomy and pathology, guide interventions, and navigate inside the human body. Our mission is to change the standard of care in surgical interventions with our real-time visual guidance devices, giving Surgeons the tools needed to immediately make critical decisions.

Job Description Summary

GE HealthCare is committed to designing imaging devices that guide Surgeons in making critical, life-changing decisions. With our Active imaging platforms, procedure-based transducer portfolio, and software packages created for the end-user, we provide the solution to visualize anatomy and pathology, guide interventions, and navigate inside the human body. Our mission is to change the standard of care in surgical interventions with our real-time visual guidance devices, giving Surgeons the tools needed to immediately make critical decisions. With our real-time visualization and guidance platform, BK Medical is our new Surgical Visualization and Guidance, empowering surgeons when it matters most: during the procedure.

Roles Responsibilities

• Perform routine tasks in Product Assembly, bonding, potting, mixing epoxy, installing covers and other plastic/metal components.
• Reading blueprints, diagrams, or established operations practices to assemble and install various probe components.
• Perform solder touch-up or solder of parts as a secondary operation.
• Complete other duties as assigned and possibly to other areas: Wiring, Epoxy, Final Assembly/Lensing.
• Handle small, delicate parts with a high degree of accuracy to perform routine tasks in preparation for assembly.
• Follow method sheets to ensure documented and controlled processes are followed to assemble various electronic components.
• Perform a variety of electro-mechanical assembly operations by using common hand tools such as: Wire strippers, wrenches, screwdrivers, plyers and using small hand tools and soldering equipment.
• May operate automatic and semi-automatic assembly/production equipment.
• Organized, work independently, and ability to work in fast paced environments.
• Able to sit and work under a microscope for extended periods of time.
• Experience with hand soldering and using a microscope preferred.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

• General office/manufacturing environment.
• Potential exposure to hazards associated with manufacturing equipment and tools.

Required Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• Basic computer proficiency.
• Must be able to sit or stand at a workstation for extended periods of time and complete tasks using a microscope.
• The ability to follow both verbal and written instructions along with strong communication skills. In local language (English)
• Capability to use a computer and enter accurate data. Microsoft Office experience is a plus.
• Being flexible to changing needs of the business and department and will work overtime as needed.
• Good manual dexterity.
• Highly organized, self-managed individual who works independently and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Desired Characteristics

• Good hand eye coordination while using a microscope.

We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.

Additional Information

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

GE HealthCare 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 HealthCare 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).

While GE HealthCare does not currently require U.S. employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19, some GE HealthCare customers have vaccination mandates that may apply to certain GE HealthCare employees.

Relocation Assistance Provided: No