Forming Manufacturing Operations Associate

Job Description SummaryWe offer a dynamic, fast-paced work environment in jet engine fan and compressor airfoils production. We are proud of our Vermont employees and their heritage of dedicated work, innovation, and customer focus. The starting hourly rate is $30.68 per hour with pay progression every year for 6 years. Shift differential starts at 10% for off shifts. We also offer competitive benefits including health care starting on day one, 401(k) savings plan with generous employer match, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement. Available positions are on 2nd shift, however the initial training period may be on 1st shift.  The Forming business offers a dynamic 4 x 10 hour work schedule.  Starting dates August 2026 forward.
Working at our Rutland Facility
For more than 70 years our manufacturing facilities in Vermont have helped fuel the growth and success of GE Aerospace. With over 500,000 square feet of manufacturing space across two sites we have an advanced mix of machinery and technologies allowing us to be a world-class compressor airfoil manufacturer. Rutland’s products are featured in nearly every GE Aerospace engine line, securing a foundation in Vermont for years to come! We have deep roots in our community with several volunteer organizations available to join. Come be a part of the future of flight!

Job Description

Roles Available:
Production tasks may include the set up and/or operation of production machining equipment and processes such as:
•    Alkaline Clean:  Operate and maintain alkaline and rinse tanks. Monitor chemical makeup documents and chemical usage. Operator must move parts as needed and wear proper protective equipment.
•    Machine Operate:  Includes the complete understanding and ability to perform the following for each machine operate skill as identified in your profile.  Location of the work instructions and IC stations.  Proper material handling technique.  The ability to perform machine prechecks, machine operate, inspect, setup, minor machine maintenance, and troubleshooting.      

•     Forming presses:  Ability to setup, operate, troubleshoot vertical or horizontal presses, setup rotary ovens and other supporting equipment. inspection. maintaining dies, polishing resurfacing to meet standards. Duties can also include: setup/operate hot/cold shear, inspect shear knife thickness and shim as required. Determine front and back support alignment and adjust diameter length of raw stock, determine proper height, adjust/set controller for slug length/heat and material.
•    Benching operations:  Includes benching and inspection of the following characteristics/operations: Bench Blend, Contour, Airfoil Thickness, Chord, Platforms, Lead edge and Trail Edge profile, Penetrant Rejects, Stems & Buttons, Flow blockers and fillet radii, Radius, Deburr, Buffing, Visual Inspect, Auto Bench operate/setup, in process and final tollgate inspection, and Bench Visual.

•    Dip Coat:  Operate and setup both spray and dip coat stations. Ability to setup and operate viscometers. Setup and operate spraying equipment. Ability to mix coatings to specific mixes as specified in the work instructions.
As well as other responsibilities as assigned.

In this role, you will operate in accordance with rigorous quality and safety practices and procedures.  You will be assigned a training plan, which will outline which skill(s) you will initially learn.

The pay for this position is 30.68/hr. This posting is expected to close on August, 2026.

Minimum Requirements:
•    High school diploma /GED
•    Must have one year of manufacturing experience or equivalent. Equivalent experience includes other relevant hands-on work experience such as construction, slate/quarry work, auto mechanics, military, maintenance, heavy equipment operation, machining, assembly, or vocational/technical trade training
•    Must be able to pass pre-employment background check, physical and drug screen including but not limited to testing for marijuana/THC
•    Ability to work overtime as required
•    Must be able to follow written and verbal instructions

• This role may encounter high risk or hazardous operations, working with chemicals, and/or include working shifts beyond a standard workweek.  As such a requirement of the role is to be at least 18 years of age by the time of joining.

Desired backgrounds:
•    Associate's degree or above, Certified Production Technician certification, Vo-tech training or related coursework
 

Desired characteristics:
•    Strong communication skills
•    Troubleshooting/problem solving skills
•    Excellent attendance
•    Ability to produce error-free products

Benefits:

GE Aerospace offers comprehensive benefits and programs to support your health and, along with programs like HealthAhead, your physical, emotional, financial and social wellbeing. Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace; and the Employee Assistance Program, which provides 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan, a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness. ​

GE Aerospace (General Electric Company or the Company) and its affiliates each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a “Sponsor”). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor’s welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, employment will be contingent upon the ability to prove that you meet the status of a U.S. Person as one of the following: U.S. lawful permanent resident, U.S. Citizen, have been granted asylee or refugee status (i.e., a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)).

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