Bellows Fabricator 2 (Bellows)

GE Aerospace•Norwich, CT

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This role involves producing and verifying that piece parts are acceptable and produced within print and specifications. The fabricator will set up and operate Hydroformer horizontal and vertical forming machines, and corrugate shells to form bellows. This includes various processes such as cutting, deburring, bumping, sizing, annealing, trimming, sanding, collapsing, spacing, rolling, verifying spring rate, and cleaning of tubes. The position requires developing skills to operate a range of machinery including lathes, optical comparators, hydroformers, hydraulic presses, bead blasters, flow testers, proof pressure testers, and hydrogen furnaces. The role also involves completing all labor tracking documentation, performing visual and mechanical inspections, utilizing proper PPE and safety procedures, and cross-training with other employees. Communication with team members and reporting problems to the appropriate resource are also key responsibilities. This position may encounter high risk or hazardous operations, working with chemicals, and/or include working shifts beyond a standard workweek. The pay for this position is $21.50/hr and is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.

Requirements

High school education or GED equivalency.
1 year manufacturing experience.
Basic understanding of blueprint and process sheet interpretation.
Ability and willingness to use basic hand tools (micrometers, measuring tape, calipers, etc.).
Basic understanding of mathematical principles; may have to do conversions to decimal system.
Must be at least 18 years of age by the time of joining.

Nice To Haves

1-3 years manufacturing experience.
Assembly and/or electronics manufacturing experience.
Experience in a self-directed teaming environment.
Familiarity with 5S & lean manufacturing knowledge.

Responsibilities

Produce & verify that piece parts are acceptable and produced within print & specifications.
Set up and operate Hydroformer horizontal forming machine on any processed work.
Operate vertical Hydroformer machine on any processed work.
Corrugate shells to form bellows. This includes cutting, deburring, bumping, sizing and annealing tube.
Includes horizontal/vertical hydroformer corrugation, trimming, sanding, collapsing, spacing, rolling, verifying spring rate & cleaning of tube.
Develop skills to operate lathes, optical comparator, hydroformers, hydraulic press, bead blaster, flow tester, proof pressure tester, hydrogen furnace, etc.
Compliantly complete all written and /or electronic labor tracking documentation.
Perform visual inspection of parts subsequent to assembly steps; Operate optical comparator.
Verify and change tools when necessary.
Perform mechanical inspection to verify in process parts for conformance to print & specification using standard measuring equipment.
Utilize proper PPE, safety equipment, and follow safety procedures.
Crosstrain with other employees as needed based upon knowledge and experience.
Perform basic Oracle transactions as required.
Report problems to appropriate resource and/or Coach.
Keep all shift operators informed on special problems involving operation or set up.
Communicate with team to ensure all team members are aware of new processes and/or issues.
May interact with internal cross-functional teams (i.e. – planning).
Participate in and support team initiatives.
Other duties as required per department.

Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Prescription drug coverage
Health Coach from GE Aerospace
Employee Assistance Program
GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan, a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions
Access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants
Tuition assistance
Adoption assistance
Paid parental leave
Disability insurance
Life insurance
Paid time-off for vacation or illness
Annual discretionary bonus