Bellows Fabricator 2 (2nd Shift)

About the role

GE Aerospace is hiring a Bellows Fabricator for the 2nd shift in Norwich. The role covers producing and verifying bellows parts, operating hydroforming machines and learning to run other equipment such as lathes and proof pressure testers. The pay is $21.50 per hour plus a 10% shift differential, and the posting is expected to close on 10/31/26.

Key responsibilities

• Produce and verify that piece parts are acceptable and within print and specifications.
• Set up and operate the horizontal and vertical Hydroformer machines, including corrugating tubes, cutting, deburring, sizing, annealing, trimming, sanding, collapsing, spacing, rolling, verifying spring rate and cleaning.
• Develop skills to operate lathes, optical comparator, hydroformers, hydraulic press, bead blaster, flow tester, proof pressure tester, hydrogen furnace and similar equipment.
• Perform visual and mechanical inspections of parts after assembly and during production, and verify tool changes.
• Complete written and electronic labor tracking documentation and basic Oracle transactions as required.
• Follow safety procedures, use proper PPE, report problems and keep shift operators informed of special issues.
• Cross-train with colleagues, support team initiatives and communicate new processes to the team.

Required profile

• High school education or GED equivalency.
• 1 year of manufacturing experience; desired: 1-3 years, including assembly or electronics manufacturing experience.
• Ability to interpret blueprints and process sheets and to use basic hand tools such as micrometers, measuring tapes and calipers.
• Basic understanding of mathematical principles, including decimal conversions.
• At least 18 years old, able to prove U.S. person status (citizen, permanent resident, asylee or refugee).
• Desired: familiarity with 5S and lean manufacturing, and experience in a self-directed team.

What we offer

• Pay of $21.50 per hour plus 10% for the shift difference.
• Annual discretionary bonus and eligibility for a commission-based bonus.
• Healthcare, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage, plus a Health Coach and Employee Assistance Program.
• Retirement savings plan with company matching, tuition assistance, paid parental leave, life insurance and paid time off.