Finishing Technician I

GE Vernova

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

Grand Forks, North Dakota

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

Perform finishing tasks on blades, including grinding, sanding, painting, and applying gelcoat according to specifications. Maintain safety guidelines and 5S standards while utilizing heavy machinery to turn blades.

Qualifications

You have the ability to perform various tasks in the finishing process, including grinding, applying gelcoat, painting, and sanding to meet work instruction specifications. You are required to be able to lift up to 40 lbs, stand for extended periods, and operate basic hand tools and power tools.

Must Have Skills for ATS

grinding

gelcoat application

painting

sanding

auto mask application

filler application

hand tools

power tools

heavy machinery operation

respirator usage

5s standards

Job Description

Job Description Summary

Perform a variety of tasks in the finishing process of the blade.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities 

  • Grinding blade to work instruction specifications. 
  • Grind between quality marks and apply gelcoat to designated locations.  
  • Matting to give blades a clean finish. 
  • Painting and Sanding 
  • Apply tape to edge of blade to avoid overspray of gel coat.  
  • Apply auto mask to the shell of the blade.  
  • Apply filler/mud to the lead edge of the blade, then scrape of excess so all voids are filled.  
  • Turn the blade utilizing machine. 
  • Wear designated personal protective equipment and follow all health and safety guidelines. 
  • Maintain 5s standards. 

Required Qualifications 

  • Ability to lift of carry objects or materials up to 40 lbs.   
  • Ability to push/pull heavy objects.   
  • Ability to stand for extended periods on concrete floors.   
  • Ability to work with hands for an extended period.    
  • Ability to operate basic hand tools, power tools, and heavy machinery.   
  • Requires usage of respirator.   

Desired Characteristics 

  • High School Diploma/GED or related experience. 
  • Previous Manufacturing experience.  

Position Shift: Mon- Fri 6am-2:30pm

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the base pay for this position is $22.88-$27.50.

Additional Information

GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova 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.

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

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position only:*The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas.This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on May 18, 2026.Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, 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 Vernova 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 financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance and 12 paid holidays. New hires also two weeks of annual vacation (which may be pro-rated based on start date).GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, “GE Vernova”) sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova 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 GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

GE Vernova

GE Vernova is a purpose-built energy technology company on a mission to electrify to thrive and decarbonize the world. It is made up of three businesses -- Power, Electrification, and Wind -- with focus on accelerating the path to more reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy, while helping our customers power economies and deliver the electricity that is vital to health, safety, security, and improved quality of life. The world needs more energy, smarter energy. With energy demand expected to grow by more than 50% in the next 20 years, we are continuously innovating to meet the moment…like we have for the past 130 years. The Energy of Change and relentless optimism are what drive us – it’s about never giving up and seeing what’s possible so that we deliver the energy technologies the world needs right now and for generations to come. GE Vernova’s attitude and edge is embedded in its name. We retain our treasured legacy, “GE,” as an enduring and hard-earned badge of quality and ingenuity. “Ver” / “verde” signal Earth’s verdant and lush ecosystems. “Nova,” from the Latin “novus,” nods to a new, innovative era of lower carbon energy that GE Vernova will help deliver. Together, we have the energy to change the world.
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