Welder 3 (Sensors)

GE Aerospace•Norwich, CT

7h•Onsite

About The Position

This role involves performing wire welding functions, understanding and applying basic principles of TIG welding, and setting up jigs and fixtures. The position also includes performing secondary processing operations such as sand blasting, wire brushing, and grinding. Maintenance of welding equipment is also a key responsibility. The role requires working in compliance with NADCAP requirements and passing workmanship reviews, procedure reviews, operator assessments, and refresher training. Employees may be required to perform welding functions outside of their home department and assist in new process development and troubleshooting. The position demands effective and efficient production of parts according to certification and quality guidelines, with frequent interaction with internal and/or external customers and support functions. This role also involves training lower-level employees, working with limited supervision, and cross-training other employees as needed. Accurate completion of labor tracking documentation, communication with the team, and reporting problems to the appropriate resource are essential. Proactive work to improve efficiency and quality, participation in team initiatives, and exemplifying GE Leadership behaviors are expected. Proper use of PPE, safety equipment, and adherence to safety procedures are mandatory. The role also requires understanding and abiding by GE Leadership behaviors. Other duties as required.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED equivalency
3 years welding experience
Intermediate understanding of blueprint and process sheet interpretation
Ability and willingness to use basic hand tools and measuring devices (verniers, micrometers, calipers, go-no go gauges, etc.)
Proficient in use of basic computer applications
Familiarity with weld and fusion principles
Expert understanding of weld symbols and schedules
Ability to pass visual acuity exam
Willingness and ability to obtain certifications required for department
Must be at least 18 years of age

Nice To Haves

3-5 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment
Transferrable TIG welding experience
Strong mechanical aptitude
Experience in a self-directed team environment
Demonstrates ability to work effectively in a team environment
Humble: respectful, receptive, agile, eager to learn
Transparent: shares critical information, speaks with candor, contributes constructively
Focused: quick learner, strategically prioritizes work, committed
Leadership ability: strong communicator, decision-maker, collaborative
Problem-solver: analytical-minded, challenges existing processes, critical thinker

Responsibilities

Perform wire welding functions
Understand and apply basic principles of TIG welding
Perform set up of jigs and fixtures
Perform non-structural tack welds
Perform secondary processing operations including sand blasting, wire brushing, and grinding
Maintain welding equipment torches, coolers, hoses, cables, and other equipment as needed
Work in compliance to NADCAP requirements
Pass review for workmanship, procedure reviews, operator assessment, & refresher training
Perform welding functions in an area and/or product line outside of your home department
Assist in new process development and troubleshooting of products
Effectively & efficiently produce parts according to certification and quality guidelines
Frequent interaction with internal and/or external customers and support functions (i.e. – Planners, Engineering) outside of home department
Train lower level employees, and work with limited supervision
Cross-train other employees as needed based upon knowledge and experience
Compliantly complete all written and/or electronic labor tracking documentation
Communicate with team to ensure all team members are aware of new processes and/or ideas
Reports problems to appropriate resource and/or Coach
Proactively work to improve efficiency and quality of products
Participates in and support team initiatives
Exemplifies and coaches’ others on the GE Leadership behaviors
Utilizes proper PPE, safety equipment, and follow safety procedures per position requirements
Understands and abides by the GE Leadership behaviors
Other duties as be required