Production Operator

GE Appliances•Decatur, AL

11d•$20 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

The GEA Way At GE Appliances, a Haier company, we come together to make “good things, for life.” As the fastest-growing appliance company in the U.S., we’re powered by creators, thinkers and makers who believe that anything is possible and that there’s always a better way. We believe in the power of our people and in giving them the freedom to explore, discover and build good things, together. The GEA Way philosophy, backed by three simple commitments defines the way we work, invent, create, do business, and serve our communities: we come together , we always look for a better way , and we create possibilities . Interested in joining us on our journey? We are hiring for multiple shifts. Pay: $20 – $21.50/hour Includes $1.50 shift differential for 2nd and 3rd shift Position Production Operator Location USA, Decatur, AL How You'll Create Possibilities Why join our team? Paid weekly Medical, dental and vision benefits starting day one Tuition reimbursement and career development Paid vacation, holiday and personal time Paid parental leave and so much more! What you will experience at GE Appliances: The responsibility of the Production Operator can include but not be limited to the following: Operate on the line interacting and cooperating with other team members to complete job tasks on different models of the same product moving along the line. Perform repetitive line assembly operations to assemble product quickly to approved specifications. Utilize wide range of powered-hand tools to assembly check, adjust or repair appliances. Various general assembly activities including: driving screws and/or assembling other fasteners; applying tape, insulation or other materials; assembling/fastening wire harnesses, terminating wires; checking, adjusting, or repairing sub or final assemblies; testing and/or packaging of sub or final assemblies. Inspect work to verify quality and conformance to required specifications. Complete daily 5S requirements. The factory is not climate controlled – conditions may be hot or cold.

Requirements

Be 18 years of age or older
Be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction
Be able to understand verbal and written instructions in English
Must be willing to work overtime during the weekday and periodic weekend shifts to support the business needs with advance notice.
Pass a background check, drug screening and complete and pass a medical health questionnaire
You must have the ability to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without an accommodation, including, but not limited to: Constantly standing; frequently handling various parts for assembly; frequently reaching at waist level, pushing/pulling, grasping, pinching, and fine motor dexterity; occasionally sitting, walking, reaching overhead, reaching at shoulder level, reaching at knee and floor level, bending, stooping, squatting, crouching, kneeling, crawling, ladder/stair climbing, pivoting, twisting, and neck flexion/extension/rotation. Handling and lifting parts and/or equipment – minimum of 42 lbs., carrying 42 lbs., and 35 lbf . pushing /pulling is .
Ability to work with parts/equipment which may be hot and/or wet.
Must be able to access required areas pertaining to job including, but not limited to: foam rooms, chemicals, high noise, and other areas of the plant.
Work on and around heavy machinery in a loud environment
Follow work rules, using judgement, and working quickly and efficiently to meet work deadlines, even under stressful conditions
Function independently and maintain attention and concentration
Be able to relate predictability in social situations, to coworkers, and to complex and simple job instructions and processes that may be written or verbal .
Basic Technology skills will be needed to utilize company systems to independently complete onboarding and basic HR tasks on electronic devices with or without an accommodation .

Responsibilities

Operate on the line interacting and cooperating with other team members to complete job tasks on different models of the same product moving along the line.
Perform repetitive line assembly operations to assemble product quickly to approved specifications.
Utilize wide range of powered-hand tools to assembly check, adjust or repair appliances.
Various general assembly activities including: driving screws and/or assembling other fasteners; applying tape, insulation or other materials; assembling/fastening wire harnesses, terminating wires; checking, adjusting, or repairing sub or final assemblies; testing and/or packaging of sub or final assemblies.
Inspect work to verify quality and conformance to required specifications.
Complete daily 5S requirements.