Assembler

GE Vernova•Richmond, VA

5d•$27 - $36

About The Position

GE Vernova is accelerating the path to more reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy, while helping our customers power economies and deliver the electricity that is vital to health, safety, security, and improved quality of life. Are you excited at the opportunity to electrify and decarbonize the world? What impact you’ll make: The Assembler A will align, erect, assemble, fit components of unit, compressor, turbine rotors, stators, bearings and main gas turbine unit (New Make and Repair – Disassemble and Assemble).

Requirements

Ability to work 1st Shift (7-3:30pm)
Minimum of 4 years manufacturing experience with large scale assembly of mechanical and/or electrical components with some exposure to optical and/or laser alignments.
Must be knowledgeable and proficient with reading/interpreting blueprints.
High school diploma, GED, or 3 years equivalent heavy assembly experience or manufacturing assembly
18 years of age or older
Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required; we will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job
Successful completion of a background check and drug screen
Willingness to work in a tobacco-free environment
Ability and willingness to stand for long periods of time, with or without reasonable accommodation
Able and willing to work in a tobacco-free environment and wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) with or without reasonable accommodation.
Physically capable of lifting up to 50 pounds and working overtime or weekend shifts as needed with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

Overhead Crane Operator License (175/200 ton capacity)
Experience with cranes
Experience with Lean

Responsibilities

Align, erect, assemble, fit components of unit, compressor, turbine rotors, stators, bearings and main gas turbine unit (New Make and Repair– Disassemble and Assemble)
May be required to outline the work of others to accomplish assigned tasks.
May be required to obtain Overhead Crane Operator License (175/200 ton capacity) and make various crane moves/assemblies, including a variety of turbine components.
Participate/Support Lean Initiatives, Continuous Improvement Projects, Quality Friday, etc.
Interpret drawings, material lists, planning and methods specifications, job aids and related shop documents.
Manually or with jib, floor crane, hoists, etc., position and align rotor or unit components and accessories and drill, ream, dowel, fit, bolt up, etc.
Make necessary alignments of parts, assemblies, accessories using standard and special mechanical, optical or other devices.
Apply standard and special measuring devices and maintain required quality checks and records.
Perform work on ladders, scaffolding and on floor in fixed open floor workstations and on Gas Turbine main unit.
Use various equipment including assembly stands, fixtures, hand and power tools, miscellaneous pneumatic and electric power wrenches, sanders, and grinders.
May be assigned to lesser skill assembly and related operational contents.
Perform all duties as part of a team.
Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

GE employees rise to the challenge of building a world that works. In order to meet this mission, we provide varied, competitive benefits to help support our workforce: Our Culture | GE Vernova (gecareers.com)
Our compensation & benefits are designed to help you manage your personal and family needs, while rewarding high performers.
We offer a robust benefits package depending on your employment status and your national requirements.
A healthy, balanced lifestyle can mean different things to different people. We've created programs that support the way you live and work today.
GE invests to provide opportunities to grow your career by providing a path for continued on-the-job learning and development.
At GE, we believe in the value of your unique identity, background and experiences. We are committed to fostering an inclusive culture, where everyone feels empowered to do their best work because they feel accepted, respected and that they belong.
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.