Job Description Summary

The Edison Works- TDC: Special Products Technician will support the Edison Works Supply Chain division. In this role, you will be involved in operating advanced manufacturing equipment and applying special process technologies, while adhering to stringent regulations related to the safety of personnel, product and facilities. You will develop solutions and report findings to key stakeholders including manufacturing, engineering and quality organizations. This role is on-site only.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

• 2nd shift - 2pm to 10:30pm

• Candidates need to have the ability to rotate across the lab performing various positions: examples are slurry painting, met lab- (using an electronic microscope to analyze flaws in parts) laser (similar to machining but using a laser for cutting), and airfoil - inspection process using high pressure air. ​

• Plan and conduct associated projects requested by manufacturing engineers/ organizational leader

• Perform required tasks including setup, hardware processing, inspection and documenting results

• Carryout material procurement and report preparation

• Maintain accurate and complete records of materials and services used, experimental results, observations and raw data

• Present data in an appropriate form

• Create and carryout new or special material processing and evaluation techniques

• Contact external and internal sources for needed information regarding materials and processes that will benefit assigned programs

• Maintain currency and compliance with GE policies, procedures, and directives, including vouchering, reporting, operating, environmental and safety practices

• Ability to obtain and maintain a Security Clearance: DoD Collateral (w/ Secret eligibility)

Required Qualifications

• Associated Degree or a high school diploma/GED from an accredited school or institution manufacturing experience and/or inspection, assembly, instrumentation or test technician role experience

• Ability to obtain and maintain a Security Clearance: DoD Collateral (w/ Secret eligibility)

Desired Characteristics

• Understanding and ability to work with complicated drawings and part prints

• Familiarity with advanced metals and/or composites

• Knowledge of and ability to set up and operate conventional and non-conventional machining

• Ability to operate computers, instruments, and gauges

• Ability to properly use and care for assigned tools and equipment

• Ability to adhere to standards, do a high-quality job in a safe manner and within acceptable time

• Ability to promote a climate of cooperation; leading by example mentoring others in safety, quality, environmental, and lean philosophies

• 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

This role may encounter high risk or hazardous operations 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.