Manufacturing Associate- Bench Hand 2nd and 3rd Shift

GE Aerospace•Lynn, MA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This role involves setting up and operating various manufacturing machines including Mills, Lathes, Punch Press, Spot Weld, Bench, and EDM Machines. The associate will work with materials such as castings and forgings, and perform setups that include changing chuck jaws, tool holders, fixtures, boring bars, drills, reamers, and setting tools. The position requires adherence to Lean Manufacturing guidelines such as one-piece flow, standard work, 6S, set-up reduction, and wet process lines. Maintaining high housekeeping standards for a safe and efficient work area is also essential, including cleaning chips, managing coolant, and organizing the workspace. Decision-making will be based on experience and available data.

Requirements

High School Diploma / GED
Graduate of a Vocational High School (Or graduate of other equivalent accredited manufacturing program)
OR Minimum of 6 months of machining experience with Lathes and / or Mills, Punch Press, Bench or Spot Weld Machines and EDM Machines
OR Demonstrated work experience in reading and interpreting blueprints and mechanical aptitude or manufacturing experience
Ability to lift, move and manipulate fixtures and component hardware up to 25 lbs. with or without reasonable accommodations
Ability to work from and follow written instruction precisely (MOS, routers, engineering drawings)

Nice To Haves

Ability to verify and inspect own work using micrometers, plug gages, height gage and surface plates
Ability to run manual equipment concurrently as required
Ability to work effectively in a cellular, team oriented environment
Ability to work under general direction with minimal supervision
Excellent attendance history
Ability to produce error free products
Accurately completes job related paperwork
Strives to meet or exceed job requirements
Experience with machining high temp material (inconel, stainless, titanium, etc.)
Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and a teaming environment
Experience machining to aerospace standards and specifications
Ability to operate multiple machines
Optical Comparator experience

Responsibilities

Set-up and operate Mills and / or Lathes, Punch Press, Spot Weld, Bench and EDM Machines
Work with types of materials involved such as castings, forgings
Set-up involve changing chuck jaws, tool holders, fixtures, boring bars, drills, reamers, and setting tools
Work to established Lean Manufacturing guidelines involving one-piece flow, standard work, 6S, set-up reduction and wet process lines
Maintain high housekeeping standards to ensure safe and efficient work areas, including cleaning chips from around machine and keeping coolant / machine fluids off shop floor and maintaining organization of work area to established standards
Make decisions based on experience & available data

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
Access to a 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