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Material Handler (Water Spider) 2nd

GE Vernova
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 13 Feb 2026

About the role

Job Description Summary

The primary focus of the Material Handler (Water Spider) is to transport parts and materials throughout the facility by delivering parts destined to be shipped to repair vendors utilizing a forklift. In this role, you will be responsible for delivering and managing scrap part inventory and have the opportunity to learn how to receive and package parts.
A water spider is a Lean production personnel role centered around timely and accurate stock replenishment. The water spider is tasked with keeping workstations fully stocked with materials, thus controlling the continuous flow of productivity. The person filling the water spider position needs to have a good understanding of the process, excellent communication skills, and has got to be able to follow standardized routes.

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities:
As the Material Handler, you will:
•    Move very expensive parts utilizing a forklift throughout the facility to appropriate locations as required in a timely manner without compromising safety and quality
•    Manage crate and box inventory
•    Deliver and manage scrap parts inventory
•    Visually inspect repaired parts for handling damage and receive them per process
•    Crate and box parts utilizing a foam machine, saw and other tools
•    Perform work in accordance with standard procedures, specifications, and quality documentation
•    Communicate with team members using a computer
•    Ensure compliance with all EHS procedures and requirements
•    Perform documentation of overall material movement and hand-offs as assigned neatly, accurately, and legibly
•    Communicate status of parts to meet production needs.

Qualifications/Requirements:
•    High School Diploma or GED
•    Minimum of 1 year of experience in a warehouse, stockroom and/or storage yard
•    Certified to operate a forklift or the ability to be certified under GE standards
•    Intermediate computer skills (Microsoft Outlook and Excel)
•    Ability to read, write, and communicate in English language
•    Ability and willingness to lift, push, and pull at least 40 pounds
•    Ability and willingness to operate a forklift over 15,000 pounds
•    Ability and willingness to work in a variety of weather conditions

Desired Characteristics:
•    Capability to actively work on multiple tasks at the same time
•    Strong verbal, communication, and interpersonal skills
•    Certified in crane and rigging operations

About Us:
Aero Alliance is a Joint Venture that serves three segments of customers – its two parent companies: Baker Hughes and GE Power, as well as the Authorized Service Providers (ASP) network. At Aero Alliance, our purpose is to deliver improved product, repair & execution strategy & fulfillment with best-in-class quality, speed, and cost for the JV Partners & ASPs.
Our people are the trusted experts, relied on to solve challenges big and small. We invest in the health and well-being of our workforce, train, and reward talent, and develop leaders at all levels to bring out the best in each other.
We believe in creating an environment of diversity and inclusion, without bias. We know we are better when all of our people are developed, engaged, and able to bring their whole authentic selves to work. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.
 

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

 

 

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