Welding Technician

At GE Appliances, a Haier company, we come together to make “good things, for life.”  As the fastest-growing appliance company in the U.S., we’re powered by creators, thinkers and makers who believe that anything is possible and that there’s always a better way.  We believe in the power of our people and in giving them the freedom to explore, discover and build good things, together.  

The GE Appliances philosophy, backed by three simple commitments defines the way we work, invent, create, do business, and serve our communities: we come together, we always look for a better way, and we create possibilities. 

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and must be able to maintain such authorization without current or future employer or school sponsorship. GE Appliances will not sponsor employment-based visas for this position now or in the future.

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Welding Technician

Position

2nd Shift Welding Technician

Location

USA, Selmer, TN

How You'll Create Possibilities

Essential Functions (Responsibilities): These duties are not all-inclusive and may change over time.

• Maintain a safe work environment
• Perform a variety of operations involving stainless steel welding, buffing, and polishing
• Facilitates the fusing of production materials, including the welding of stainless steel
• Weld both vertical and horizontal plane geometry
• Check and ensure the quality of all welds by using and maintaining the proper equipment for each weld
• Examine work pieces for defects
• Measure work pieces with straightedge, tape measure, or template to ensure conformance with specifications
• Adhere to ISO and quality regulations/standards
• Perform manufacturing and repair work on various parts
• Work with and support the production, sheet metal, and maintenance teams as needed
• Must perform work in required cycle time
• Physical demands of the position include: Frequent handling and lifting of parts and equipment; constant reaching at waist level; frequent sitting, standing, reaching overhead, bending, pushing/pulling, grasping, pinching, and neck flexion; occasional walking, reaching at shoulder level, reaching at knee and floor level, stooping, squatting, crouching, kneeling, crawling, climbing stairs/ladders, pivoting, twisting, fine motor dexterity, neck extension/rotation, and shoulder circumduction.  Handling, lifting, and carrying parts/equipment – minimum of 59 lbs. lifting/carrying and 20 lbf pushing/pulling.
• Ability to work with parts which may be hot and/or wet.

Ability to work in loud/noisy environment

What You'll Bring to Our Team

Qualifications/Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Physical demands of the position include: Frequent handling and lifting of parts and equipment; constant reaching at waist level; frequent sitting, standing, reaching overhead, bending, pushing/pulling, grasping, pinching, and neck flexion; occasional walking, reaching at shoulder level, reaching at knee and floor level, stooping, squatting, crouching, kneeling, crawling, climbing stairs/ladders, pivoting, twisting, fine motor dexterity, neck extension/rotation, and shoulder circumduction.  Handling, lifting, and carrying parts/equipment – minimum of 59 lbs. lifting/carrying and 20 lbf pushing/pulling.
• Ability to work with parts which may be hot and/or wet.
• Ability to work in loud/noisy environment.
• Must first pass welding evaluation & basic skills testing before reaching the interview stage

Our Culture

Our work is centered on our People and Culture as reflected in our Zero Distance philosophy and we recognize the importance of reaffirming our commitment to inclusion and diversity (I&D). This underscores our commitment to fostering an environment where every individual feels valued, connected, and empowered to contribute, while positioning our organization to adapt seamlessly to the evolving needs of our workforce and communities.

This reflects our dedication to creating solutions that: Empower colleagues by fostering an environment where all voices are heard, valued, and encouraged to contribute. Strengthen communities where we live and work. Reinforce a culture of belonging, purpose, and engagement. Reflect the diversity of the communities we serve through our workforce, products, and practices.

By further embedding Zero Distance into our People and Culture framework, we will continue to build a deeply connected organization. We are cultivating a culture of engagement, belonging, and connection, because while attracting new talent remains a priority, retention is a cornerstone of our strategy.

GE Appliances is a trust-based organization. It is important we offer our employees the flexibility they need to do their best work while balancing the needs of the business and individuals. When you join GE Appliances, you will have the opportunity to work with your leader to create a flexible work arrangement that balances the needs of the individual, team, and organization.

GE Appliances 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.

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