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Manufacturing Assoicate- Bench Hand 2nd Shift

Full Time Remote

Summary

Job Description

Job Description Summary

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities:

Role Summary:

  • 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 line

Essential Responsibilities


In addition you will :

  • 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

Qualifications/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
  • Please note this role is open for 2nd and 3rd shift opportunities.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENT :

  • Ability to lift, move and manipulate fixtures and component hardware up to 25 lbs. with or without reasonable accommodations

The base pay range for this position is 23.50/hr. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors,

including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set. This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus based on a

percentage of your base salary/ commission based on the plan. This posting is

expected to close on 12/31/2026.

Desired Characteristics:

  • 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 work from and follow written instruction precisely (MOS, routers, engineering drawings)
  • Ability to operate multiple machines
  • Optical Comparator experience

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)).

Additional Information

GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer . Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE Aerospace will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

About GE Aerospace

GE Aerospace

GE Aerospace is one of the world’s premier aerospace companies, specializing in the design, manufacturing, and servicing of jet engines, propulsion systems, and integrated aircraft technologies. The company supports both commercial aviation and defense customers, powering aircraft used by airlines, the U.S. military, and allied forces around the world. With a legacy rooted in over a century of aviation innovation, GE Aerospace plays a central role in advancing the future of flight across efficiency, performance, and sustainability.

For job seekers, GE Aerospace offers opportunities across a wide range of disciplines including engineering, software development, advanced manufacturing, supply chain, cybersecurity, and program management. Employees work on mission-critical systems such as commercial and military jet engines, avionics, propulsion technologies, and lifecycle support services. The company is especially attractive to engineers, veterans, and cleared professionals who want to work on complex, high-impact systems that directly support global aviation and national security missions.

Unlike many pure defense contractors or startup aerospace firms, GE Aerospace combines deep industrial scale with long-term research and development capabilities. Employees contribute to programs spanning next-generation engine efficiency, additive manufacturing, digital engineering, and AI-enabled maintenance systems that help airlines and militaries improve reliability and reduce downtime. This blend of cutting-edge innovation and large-scale production gives employees exposure to both advanced R&D and real-world deployment at global scale.

As demand grows for more efficient aircraft engines, expanded defense propulsion capabilities, and modernized aerospace systems, GE Aerospace continues to expand its workforce and invest heavily in future technologies. For professionals seeking a stable yet highly technical career in aerospace and defense—where engineering excellence meets global impact—GE Aerospace remains one of the most respected and enduring employers in the industry.

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