Foundry Machine Operator Level 1 1st Shift (Onsite)

Date Posted:

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-NC-ASHEVILLE-330 330 Pratt Whitney Blvd PRATT WHITNEY

Position Role Type:

Onsite

U.S. Citizen U.S. Person or Immigration Status Requirements:

U.S. citizenship is required as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Security Clearance Type:

None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status:

Not Required

At RTX the worlds largest aerospace and defense company 185000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the worlds most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses world-class operations and investments in research and development we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.

Pratt & Whitney is a world leader in the design manufacture and service of aircraft engines and auxiliary power systems and has been revolutionizing modern flight for over 100 years. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

This is a 1st Shift position: Monday Thursday 6AM 4:30PM

The Foundry Operator (S-1) is an entry level operator that will become proficient with basic operations of the advanced casting foundry (ACF) process including wax shell mold prep cast finishing core leach grain etch inspection process flow etc. The ACF is a newly built process area and this role will have the opportunity to participate in the commissioning and development of new production processes and ongoing training will be provided for process control and thorough understanding of auxiliary equipment. The training is geared towards learning to operate additional equipment and process areas which can lead to advancement into the Operator S-2 position. These positions require shift work and ability to work overtime when needed.

What You Will Do:

• Set up operate and monitor casting process and related equipment to shape metal into precision aerospace components.
• Perform hands-on operations in a machine-shop and foundry environment including workstation/bench work equipment setup material preparation inspection and production-related tasks which may include bending reaching pulling pushing transport product and/or equipment weighing up to 10 pounds
• Operate and work safely around automated and robotic manufacturing equipment conveyors and powered industrial vehicles (PIVs) and other production machinery while following established operating and safety procedures.
• Prepare mix transfer and handle chemicals process ingredients and bulk materials in accordance with established specifications including work involving strong chemicals or potentially hazardous chemicals and required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Handle transfer and dispose of production materials chemical byproducts and industrial waste while maintaining housekeeping environmental safety and quality standards with the assigned work area.
• Keep equipment and work area clean (5S).
• Read work instructions blueprints and specifications to perform machine setups and produce parts within required tolerances install adjust and remove dies fixtures and tooling while monitoring equipment performance and identifying potential issues.
• Work safely and collaboratively with teammates to maintain production flow troubleshoot equipment and support continuous improvement.
• May be required to carry out tasks not specifically listed within the scope and skill level of this position in support of department objectives and to develop ones skills - Responsibilities are not limited to the listed items above and can be changed or modified based on skill level proficiency and overall performance.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• High School Diploma or GED
• U.S. citizenship is required as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract
• Previous manufacturing experience operating production equipment performing machine setups or working in a similar industrial environment
  

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Experience operating or working around automated/robotic equipment conveyors PIVs or machine-shop equipment
• Experience handling chemicals process ingredients bulk materials or industrial waste using established safety and PPE requirements
• Experience reading blueprints and understanding critical specifications
• Experience performing machine setups tooling or die changes and equipment adjustments
  

What We Offer:

• Comprehensive medical dental vision and life insurance coverage
• Short-term and long-term disability plus parental leave
• 401(k) plan with company match
  Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care
• Employee Assistance Program for personal and professional support
• Employee Scholar Program with no waiting period
• Generous paid time off includes 3 weeks of vacation 5 personal sick days and paid holidays
  

Learn More & Apply Now!

Please ensure the role type defined below is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. This position is classified as Onsite. Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees as they are essential to the development of our products.

Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite and hybrid roles commuting to and from the assigned site is the employees personal responsibility.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process candidates may be asked to attendselect steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site hybrid or remote.

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits including but not limited to medical dental vision life insurance short-term disability long-term disability 401(k) match flexible spending accounts flexible work schedules employee assistance program Employee Scholar Program parental leave paid time off and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including but not limited to individual performance business unit performance and/or the companys performance.

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age disability or veteran status or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act.

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As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process candidates may be asked to attendselect steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site hybrid or remote.

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits including but not limited to medical dental vision life insurance short-term disability long-term disability 401(k) match flexible spending accounts flexible work schedules employee assistance program Employee Scholar Program parental leave paid time off and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including but not limited to individual performance business unit performance and/or the companys performance.

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age disability or veteran status or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act.

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