Assembler Apprentice Program-15
Greenville, NC - USA
Job Summary
Program Summary
- 1-year program (registered with the Department of Labor) combining on-the-job training with coursework through local community college.
- On-the-job training will include rotations in Unit Assembly Rotor Assembly/Repair Casings Assembly and Unit-to-Base.
- Apprentices paid for on-the-job training.
- Tuition fees and books will be paid by any available grants scholarship funding and GE (via tuition reimbursement benefits).
- Mentoring teamwork and ongoing reviews.
- Training in safety basic measurements tooling assembly print reading and many other manufacturing processes.
- Successfully complete the program and earn a GE Vernova Gas Turbine Assembly Technician Certificate.
What the A-Assembler Program Provides
- Hands on experience working in a manufacturing environment.
- Build fundamental tooling assembly and operational knowledge of heavy frame gas turbines.
- Personal development through coaching and mentoring.
- Ability to make a measurable impact.
- Entry into an in-demand skilled craft.
- Participate in Team activities for Human Resources Problem Solving 5S Kaizen and Lean Manufacturing continuous improvements projects.
Desired Qualifications
- Strong mechanical and mathematical aptitude.
- Ability to maintain a minimum average grade of C or higher on all course work completed.
- Strong team member attitude and the ability to work closely with other apprentices and trainers.
- Ability and eagerness to learn.
- Great communication skills.
- Manufacturing or applicable mechanical/electrical experience.
Eligibility / Qualifications:
- Successfully pass an extensive interview process.
- Successfully pass all required assessments including tests of mechanical aptitude basic math tape measure usage and gauge reading
- Ability and willingness to work rotating or fixed shifts including 1st (6:45 AM2:45 PM) 2nd (2:45 PM10:45 PM) and 3rd (11:45 PM6:45 AM) shifts. Please note: Apprentices will remain on 1st shift for the first year of the program. Upon graduation apprentices will be assigned to an off-shift (2nd or 3rd)
- In addition business needs may require overtime or weekend shifts.
- Perform other assigned duties as required.
Pay Rate: The pay for this position is $27.78 This position is also eligible for shift premium when you work on an off shift i.e. 2nd or 3rd shift. Plus $1.00 USD an hour on top of base pay.
Competitive benefits package to include:
Healthcare benefits include medical dental vision and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program providing 24/7 confidential assessment counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Retirement Savings Plan a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity 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.
At GE Vernova we are always searching for great talent. While we might not have a specific job for you today we want to know about you when we do. As actual openings become available you may be contacted to discuss a potential opportunity
GE Vernova Ropcor Inc. their successors and in some cases their 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 Sponsors welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.
GE Vernova offers a great work environment professional development challenging careers and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is anEqual 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 Vernova 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
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