Production Associate 1 - 1st Shift (6:00 AM – 2:30 PM)
About the role
GE HealthCare is committed to designing imaging devices that guide surgeons in making critical, life‑changing decisions. With our Active imaging platforms, procedure‑based transducer portfolio, and software packages created for the end‑user, we provide solutions to visualize anatomy and pathology, guide interventions, and navigate inside the human body. Our mission is to change the standard of care in surgical interventions with real‑time visual guidance devices, giving surgeons the tools needed to make immediate critical decisions. Through our real‑time visualization and guidance platform, BK Medical is our new Surgical Visualization and Guidance, empowering surgeons when it matters most: during the procedure. This team performs limited electronic, electromechanical, mechanical, and support production assembly tasks that are repetitive in nature, involving building and assembling routine units. Team members determine and follow methods and sequences of operations for assembling cables, soldering, bonding, testing, standard troubleshooting, and manufacturing transducers. GE HealthCare is a leading global medical technology and digital solutions innovator, dedicated to improving lives in the moments that matter.
Responsibilities
- Perform routine tasks in Product Assembly, bonding, potting, mixing epoxy, installing covers and other plastic/metal components.
- Read blueprints, diagrams, or established operations practices to assemble and install various probe components.
- Perform solder touch‑up or solder of parts as a secondary operation.
- Complete other duties as assigned and possibly to other areas: Wiring, Epoxy, Final Assembly/Lensing.
- Handle small, delicate parts with a high degree of accuracy to perform routine tasks in preparation for assembly.
- Follow method sheets to ensure documented and controlled processes are followed to assemble various electronic components.
- Perform a variety of electro‑mechanical assembly operations using common hand tools such as wire strippers, wrenches, screwdrivers, plyers and small hand tools and soldering equipment.
- May operate automatic and semi‑automatic assembly/production equipment.
- Organized, work independently, and able to work in fast‑paced environments.
- Able to sit and work under a microscope for extended periods of time.
- Experience with hand soldering and using a microscope preferred.
Work Environment and Physical Demands
General office/manufacturing environment. Potential exposure to hazards associated with manufacturing equipment and tools.
Qualifications
- High School diploma or GED.
- Must have good hand eye coordination while using a microscope.
- Must be able to sit or stand at a workstation for extended periods of time and complete tasks using a microscope.
- The ability to follow both verbal and written instructions along with strong communication skills.
- Capability to use a computer and enter accurate data. Microsoft Office experience is a plus.
- Being flexible to changing needs of the business and department and will work overtime as needed.
- Demonstrated ability to perform precise, hands‑on tasks with accuracy and control.
- Highly organized, self‑managed individual who works independently and the ability to work in a fast‑paced environment.
Skills
- Good hand eye coordination with usage of a microscope.
- Basic soldering knowledge and mechanically inclined.