Assembly Technician - 1st Shift

GE Vernova • Pensacola, FL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This role involves assembling and testing critical electromechanical components for wind turbines by following engineering drawings and technical instructions. Key responsibilities include using hand and power tools for tasks like wiring, torquing, and adhesive bonding, while ensuring all work adheres to strict safety and quality standards. The position requires a focus on documentation, process improvement, and the ability to operate specialized equipment like cranes and forklifts in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/General Education Degree (GED)
• Must pass background and drug screens
• Willing and able to work any shift and overtime including weekends
• Must be able to lift and carry at least 33 lbs and push and pull at least 50 lbs with or without reasonable accommodation
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time up to 95% of the shift with or without reasonable accommodation

Nice To Haves

• Manufacturing/mechanical experience using electrical and pneumatic air hand tools
• Understanding of basic mechanical and electrical theories
• Complete and maintain Characteristic Verification Plan (CVP) Certification
• Proven experience and willingness to be self-directed and identify improvement processes
• Ability and willingness to work effectively with others in a team setting
• Follow and promote safe work practices
• Communicate effectively with others

Responsibilities

• Assemble and test electromechanical assemblies and sub-assemblies for wind turbine components including installation, adhesive bonding, drilling, tapping, torquing, lubricating and wiring
• Work from engineering drawings, work instructions, and wiring diagrams
• Efficiently use calibrated equipment and machinery as part of assembly processes
• Utilize various hand tools and other standard tools to complete work tasks
• Utilize the proper chemicals; must be able to understand safety data and shelf-life information
• Accurately inspect the condition of incoming hardware
• Follow EHS compliance for wind turbine assembly and test
• Perform complete and accurate quality documentation
• Assist in implementation of wind turbine documentation and process improvements
• Initiate and drive process improvements
• Operate forklift and crane
• Maintain manual or computerized records
• Must Adhere to and follow all safety procedures, i.e. lock-out/tag-out, report safety concerns, use appropriate PPE as required, and follow similar safety practices

Benefits

• medical, dental, vision, and 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
• 40 hours of personal business time
• 160 hours of personal illness and caregiving time (subject to state law)
• two weeks of annual vacation (which may be pro-rated based on start date)

What This Job Offers

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