1st Shift_ Machine Operator II_ Onsite

globalhr; Carroll (IA); On-site; USD 24,796 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

3 weeks vacation

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Childcare benefits

Job summary

RTX in Carroll, IA is seeking a skilled machine operator to interpret blueprints, work orders, and GD&T, select appropriate tooling, and perform set-ups for metal fabrication. You will assemble, repair, and fabricate parts, take precise material measurements, and conduct inspections to ensure conformance to SPC charts and quality standards.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED, machine operator certification, and the ability to obtain FAR 145 certification.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or related vocational training.
• Machine operator certification.
• Certification on multiple programs with moderate to high complexity.
• Ability to obtain FAR 145 certification if requested.

Responsibilities

• Interpret blueprints, work orders, GD&T for operation and dimensional requirements.
• Assemble, repair and fabricate metal parts into sub-units or complete units.
• Take measurements of material and select appropriate machines for the process.
• Perform machining set-ups and make adjustments as required.
• Conduct inspections of work produced, checking SPC charts for frequency of checks, gauging and measurements.
• Keep records and maintain quality and safety standards.
• Exhibit RTX Leadership Behaviors and Values.
• Support and follow all rules, guidelines and standards set by EHS, Quality and CI functions.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Train others

Prints reading

MS Office

Geometric tolerances

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Machine operator certification

Job description

Responsibilities

• Interpret blueprints, work orders, engineering plans, specifications, reference planes, designs, sketches and GD&T for operation, material and dimensional requirements.
• Assemble, repair and fabricate metal parts into sub‑units or complete units using mechanical equipment.
• Take measurements of material and select appropriate machines for the process.
• Perform machining set‑ups and make adjustments as required.
• Conduct inspections of work produced, checking SPC charts for frequency of checks, gauging and measurements.
• Keep records and maintain quality and safety standards.
• Exhibit RTX Leadership Behaviors and Values.
• Support and follow all rules, guidelines and standards set by EHS, Quality and CI functions as directed by the assigned leader and position.
• Perform other duties as assigned, including working extended shifts and overtime as required by the business.

Qualifications

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent (e.g., GED) or vocational/technical education in a related discipline with a minimum of 1 year of relevant experience.
• Machine operator certification.
• Certified on multiple programs with moderate to high difficulty complexity.
• Ability to obtain and maintain FAR 145 certification if requested by the business.

Preferred

• 3+ years of progressive experience in a related machine operator role in a manufacturing or similar environment.
• Manual dexterity for machine operations.
• Ability to train others.
• Demonstrated program proficiency with minimal scrap and rework.
• Advanced proficiency reading and understanding prints.
• Moderate to advanced computer proficiency (e‑mail, MS Office, printing documents, internet) and ability to train others on this process.
• Basic shop math including knowledge of geometric tolerances.
• Advanced proficiency in identifying, analyzing and resolving problems.
• Working knowledge of ACE principles and regular use of the ACE portal to document issues and opportunities.
• Advanced knowledge of manufacturing principles and processes.
• Comprehensive knowledge of machining techniques.
• Advanced interpersonal skills and ability to train others on machine operations, concepts, processes and practices.
• Proven track record of training and sharing knowledge of machine operations and related activities.
• Effective communication with all levels of employees and management.

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision insurance.
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees.
• Generous 401(k) plan with employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Student loan repayment program.
• Life insurance and disability coverage.
• Optional coverages: pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection.
• Birth, adoption and parental leave benefits.
• Ovia Health, fertility and family planning services.
• Adoption assistance.
• Autism benefit.
• Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions.
• Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program.
• Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits.
• Bright Horizons, child and elder care services.
• Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program.

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.