Assembly Operator - 3rd shift (Onsite)

Pratt & Whitney; Coralville (IA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Assembly Operators to join their team in Coralville. In this role, you will perform essential assembly operations, ensuring quality and adherence to specifications. The position requires a commitment to safety and efficiency, as well as the ability to work collaboratively with others. With a focus on continuous improvement and customer satisfaction, this role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to innovative aerospace solutions. If you are motivated and ready to take on challenges, this is your chance to be part of a transformative team that is redefining the aerospace industry.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Match

Flexible Work Schedules

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent and be willing to work 3rd shift.
• Ability to follow safety rules and assembly instructions is essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine assembly operations and processes under supervision.
• Meet internal and external customer deadlines while ensuring quality.

Skills

Assembly Operations

Soldering

Computer Skills

Problem-Solving

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Vocational/Technical Education

Tools

SAP

Job description

Date Posted: 2025-04-02

Country: United States of America

Location: HIA34: Coralville, IA 2855 Heartland Dr, Coralville, IA, 52241-2733 USA

Position Role Type: Onsite

Under direct supervision, the Assembly Operator performs routine and repetitive assembly operations and processes. Must be available to work 3rd shift. Shifts are determined by business needs.

What You Will Do

1. Technical Tasks:
   • Perform machine and/or manual assembly.
   • Scope, soldering, and computer work required.
   • Perform unique assembly processes.
   • Accurately read and follow procedures, routing and other work instructions.
   • Take ownership of accuracy of processes.
2. Customer Focus:
   • Meet internal and external customer deadlines as determined by team.
   • Build parts that meet drawing specifications.
   • Comply with applicable elements of quality systems (ACE).
3. Special Projects:
   • Demonstrate initiative to keep processes moving and on schedule.
   • Understand and use computer tools such as SAP and accurately follow work instructions.
   • Achieve special process certification where applicable.
   • Demonstrate a proactive role in problem-solving.
   • Pursue certifications in continuous improvement (ACE).
4. Communication:
   • Interface with other functional groups to update, inform, acknowledge or resolve problems related to production issues.
   • Effectively interact with others.
5. Participation:
   • Participate in cost reduction plans.
   • Participate in waste minimization efforts.
   • Participate in audits.
6. May be required to be on feet for long periods of time.
7. Safety glasses and other safety equipment are required depending on task.
8. Must be able to effectively work in an environment requiring repetitive job responsibilities.
9. Ability to focus on safety and quality is extremely important.
10. Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 pounds.

Qualifications You Must Have

1. Typically requires HS diploma (or equivalent, e.g., G.E.D. in the US) or vocational/technical education in related discipline.
2. U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or granted refugee or asylee status) as defined here: link.
3. Must be willing and able to work 3rd shift.

Qualifications We Prefer

1. Ability to read, interpret, and follow documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, and assembly instructions.
2. Must be highly motivated and dedicated to exceed customer expectations.

Collins Aerospace, a Raytheon Technologies 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.

Do you want to be a part of something bigger? A team whose impact stretches across the world, and even beyond? At Collins Aerospace, our Mission Systems team helps civilian, military, and government customers complete their most complex missions — whatever and wherever they may be. Our customers depend on us for intelligent and secure communications, missionized systems for specialized aircraft and spacecraft, and collaborative space solutions. By joining our team, you’ll have your own critical part to play in ensuring our customer succeeds today while anticipating their needs for tomorrow. Are you up for the challenge? Join our mission today.

WE ARE REDEFINING AEROSPACE.

* Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role.

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.

Regardless of your role type, collaboration and innovation are critical to our business, and all employees will have access to digital tools so they can work with colleagues around the world – and access to Collins sites when their work requires in-person meetings.

At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. And the bonds we form – with our customers and with each other -- propel us all higher, again and again.

Apply now and be part of the team that’s redefining aerospace, every day.

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 company’s 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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