Assembly Technician I

GE Vernova • Grand Forks, ND

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Perform a variety of tasks in the finishing and assembly process of the blade. This role involves following work instructions for grinding, applying gelcoat, matting, painting, sanding, and filling lead edges of the blade. It also includes tasks related to the lightening cable and stay bolts, as well as ensuring the proper application of sika. The position requires adherence to health and safety guidelines and maintaining 5s standards. A willingness to learn repair aspects of finishing and assembly areas is also desired.

Requirements

• Ability to lift of 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

Nice To Haves

• High School Diploma/GED or related experience
• Previous Manufacturing experience

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 of 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

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision
• prescription drug coverage
• access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource
• access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services
• GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions
• access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants
• tuition assistance
• adoption assistance
• paid parental leave
• disability benefits
• life insurance
• 12 paid holidays
• two weeks of annual vacation (which may be pro-rated based on start date)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED