Production Associate 1

GE HealthCare•Phoenix, AZ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

GE HealthCare is seeking an energetic and motivated Production Associate 1 to join its Lamination team at the Phoenix site. The role manufactures and assembles ultrasound probes and transducers that support patients and medical professionals globally. Work may include manufacturing, assembly, basic testing, packaging, machine operation, and shipping products to internal and external customers. The Lamination team pays an additional $1.50 per hour. The associate performs mid-level manufacturing, assembly, refurbishment, rework, and testing operations, following work procedures, schematics, bills of materials, work instructions, and process aid sheets. The role requires maintaining production output, reviewing final product paperwork, identifying and investigating defects, and following environmental, health and safety (EHS), quality, and controlled-environment gowning procedures. Associates may contribute to inspections and process improvements, train other team members, and take on other assigned duties. This position requires a high school diploma or GED, the ability to understand and communicate instructions, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Related manufacturing experience, handling small parts, microscope use, and controlled-environment experience are desired. The work involves prolonged standing and walking, reaching and moving to service machinery, visual inspection, and lifting and carrying up to 35 pounds; assistance is required for heavier items. GE HealthCare does not sponsor employment visas for this opening. The position is onsite in Phoenix, and relocation assistance is not provided.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or local equivalent.
Ability to communicate, receive, and understand instructions regarding duties to be performed.
Attention to detail and quality-minded work habits.
Ability to communicate with co-workers and leadership.
Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Ability to work at multiple workstations, multitask, shift tasks flexibly, and be cross-trained.
Ability to perform all Production I responsibilities.
Prolonged periods of standing and walking.
Ability to bend, stretch, push, pull, and move as needed to reach, clean, and service machinery.
Ability to visually inspect machines.
Ability to lift and carry up to 35 pounds; assistance is required for items over 35 pounds.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States; employment visa sponsorship is not provided.
Offer of employment is conditioned on successful completion of a drug screen, as applicable.

Nice To Haves

At least 6 months of related manufacturing experience.
Demonstrated ability to handle small and delicate parts.
Demonstrated ability to work with a microscope.
Previous experience in a controlled environment.

Responsibilities

Follow work procedures, schematics, bills of materials, work instructions, and process aid sheets.
Perform mid-level manufacturing, assembly, and refurbishment operations, including advanced or complex assembly and testing when required.
Work independently and perform mid-level rework and testing when required.
Maintain daily production output and review final product paperwork.
Train on all functions on the assigned line or cross-train in multiple areas.
Identify, report, and investigate defects.
Follow EHS and quality policies and procedures, including controlled-environment gowning procedures.
Participate in quality control inspections when required.
Work with team leaders, engineers, supervisors, and managers to improve quality and process efficiency.
Assist with process improvements intended to increase quality and productivity and reduce cycle time.
Train other team members when required.
Perform other assigned duties and, as requested, participate in quality activities, training sessions, and employee activity teams.