General Operator

RTX; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Healthcare benefits

Pension scheme

On-site parking

Employee discounts

EAP

Job summary

Collins Aerospace, a RTX company, is hiring for a hands-on manufacturing operative in Wolverhampton. The role involves degreasing components, chemical cleaning, and operating heat treatment ovens as part of a busy production environment.

Training will be provided across all processes and EH&S requirements. Applicants should be prepared to work AM/PM/Nights shifts and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives in a safety-focused team.

Qualifications

• Good level of numeracy and literacy.
• Manufacturing industry experience is advantageous.
• Working to a high level of accuracy with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Degreasing components.
• Chemical cleaning and processing.
• Operating heat treatment ovens.
• Operating hardness tester.
• Operating drop quench ovens.
• Prepping units for inspection.
• Operating vacuum dry oven.
• TPM (Total Preventative Maintenance).
• EH&S (Environmental, Health & Safety) compliance.
• Prepared to work shifts (AM/PM/Nights) when required.

Skills

Numeracy

Literacy

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Shift flexibility

Job description

Date Posted:

2026-10-20

Country:

United Kingdom

Location:

Wolverhampton, Wolverhampton

Position Role Type:

Onsite

oining Collins Aerospace isn’t just about finding a job; it’s about embarking on a journey to redefine the future of aerospace technology.

Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio, and expertise to solve customers’ toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market.

What You Will Do

The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the business in many areas in operational activity. Role will include and not limited to.

Responsibilities

• Degreasing Components
• Chemical Cleaning and Processing
• Operating Heat Treatment Ovens
• Operating hardness tester
• Operating Drop Quench Ovens
• Prepping units for inspection.
• Operating Vac dry oven.
• TPM (Total Preventative Maintenance)
• EH&S (Environmental, Health & Safety Compliance)

The right applicant will be trained in all the necessary disciplines of all processes and EH&S. The applicant must be prepared to work shifts (AM/PM/Nights) when required.

What You Will Learn

• : Access to company-paid certifications and training programs, mentorship and guidance from industry leaders, leadership opportunities, spearhead exciting high-impact projects and initiatives. Continuous Learning and Innovative culture, where curiosity is encouraged and supported.
• : Industry specifics/insights, practical/hands-on skills that will be gained, exposure to the latest tools and technologies in the industry.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Good level of numeracy and literacy.
• Manufacturing industry experience is advantageous
• Working to high level of accuracy
• Attention to detail.
• Flexible and adaptable to work shifts when required.
• Commitment to continuous improvement
• Possesses the necessary enthusiasm, drive and desire to succeed and discipline to achieve significant results for the organisation.
• To ensure compliance with Company Health & Safety and Environmental policies.
• Must be an excellent team player and confident communicator at all levels.
• Ability to work calmly under pressure.

What We Offer:

• 25 days of annual leave, plus 9 public holidays.
• Competitive compensation package.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
• Support for professional fees.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
• Comprehensive healthcare benefits, including a healthcare cash plan.
• Employee discounts.
• Work/life balance programs.
• Wellness programs.
• Employee recognition schemes.
• Referral bonus program.
• Free on-site parking.
• Death-in-service benefit.
• Generous employer-contribution pension scheme.

Power & Controls Division:

We make modern flight possible for millions of travellers and military personnel every second. Our products are on virtually every aircraft flying today. From ensuring safety with emergency power generation systems to creating a positive in-flight experience with reliable cabin pressure controls and quieter engines, we focus on delivering exceptional value to our customers.