2nd Shift_ Mechanical Manufacturing Technician I_ Onsite

3M HEALTHCARE; Carroll (IA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks of vacation

401(k) with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan repayment

Life insurance and disability

Job summary

Collins Aerospace is seeking an entry-level deburring operator to support 2nd shift production. You will operate deburring and air grinding tools, read prints, and perform daily equipment checks to ensure quality and efficiency on the line.

Training is provided during initial weeks, with opportunities for growth through continuous improvement programs and safety initiatives. This role offers benefits and a clear path for career development in manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Read and understand prints to verify work.
• Basic computer skills (email, documents).
• Basic shop math including geometric tolerances.
• Identify, analyze and resolve problems.
• Learn to operate inspection tools and deburring equipment.
• Communicate effectively with all levels.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and operate deburring and air grinding tools and speed lathes.
• Read blueprints to verify work is completed correctly.
• Operate and perform daily/weekly checks on equipment.
• Complete production documentation and labor transactions.
• Follow established procedures for routine tasks and learn new assignments.

Skills

Read blueprints

Basic shop math

Problem solving

Effective communication

Hand tools

Measuring equipment

Education

High school diploma or equivalent / vocational-technical training

Tools

Ball burr

Flame bit

Deburring equipment

Measuring tools

Job description

What You Will Do

• Maintain and operate deburring and air grinding tools and speed lathes.
• Read blueprints to verify work is completed correctly.
• Operate and perform daily/weekly checks on equipment.
• Accurately participate in the COPQ process and utilize the ACE portal for issues or process improvement.
• Accurately complete production documentation and perform necessary labor transactions.
• Operate hand tools, electrical tools, hand cutters, measuring equipment, and light equipment.
• Work under direct supervision, following established procedures for routine work and requiring instructions on new assignments.
• Apply basic job skills and company policies to complete assigned tasks, recognizing the need for judgment when appropriate.
• Support and follow all EHS, Quality, and CI rules, guidelines, and standards as set by leadership.
• Actively participate in the Continuous Improvement process and safety‑related activities.

Schedule: 2nd shift Monday through Friday 3:30pm–12:00am. Training occurs Monday through Friday 7am–3:30pm for the first 2‑3 months. All other duties, including extended shifts and overtime, are required as needed.

What You Will Learn

This entry‑level position provides a foundation in deburring and air grinding operations and offers a career growth path with Collins Aerospace.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent, or vocational/technical education in a related discipline.
• Ability to read and understand prints.
• Basic computer proficiency (e‑mail, print documents, internet) and ability to learn to access work instructions.
• Basic shop math, including knowledge of geometric tolerances.
• Ability to identify, analyze, and resolve problems.
• Willingness to learn various inspection tools and deburring equipment (ball burr, flame bit, etc.).
• Effective communication with all levels of employees and management.
• Preferred: Familiarity with basic hand tools, electrical tools, and measuring equipment.

What We Offer

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees.
• Generous 401(k) plan with employer matching and separate employer retirement contribution.
• 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 support.
• Adoption assistance.
• Autism benefit.
• Employee assistance plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions.
• Healthy You incentives and wellness rewards program.
• Virtual doctor visits and second opinion program.
• Child and elder care services.

Security Clearance

No security clearance is required for this position.

EEO Statement

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.