Cell Leader 3rd shift HSMC WPB (onsite)

Pratt & Whitney; Florida; On-site; USD 87,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) match

Flexible schedules

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Pratt & Whitney in Jupiter, FL is seeking a manufacturing supervisor to lead a production cell, ensure on-time delivery, quality and safety, and coordinate with Material, Quality, and Engineering. You will drive daily operations, mentor staff, and optimize resources to meet long-term goals.

Ideal candidates hold a BS/BA or higher with 3+ years in manufacturing (or an Associate with 5+ years) and have experience directing bargaining unit employees.

Qualifications

• BS/BA and 3+ years relevant industry experience OR Associate Degree and 5+ years relevant industry experience OR High school diploma and 7+ years experience in production, operations or manufacturing.
• Lean manufacturing/repair experience, CORE(ACE) or Six Sigma training.
• Experience directing skilled bargaining unit employees.

Responsibilities

• Drive the organization multi-functionally to meet customer requirements for quality, cost, and delivery; work with functional leaders, and internal staff to meet production requirements and assure the cells operate in a productive fashion.
• Handle all operational aspects of the Cell with the Business Unit Manager.
• Drive overall production to meet goals, coordinating with Material, Customer Support, Quality, Engineering day-to-day activities.
• Lead the establishment and attainment of cell goals in quality, cost, schedule, compliance and safety utilizing the Standard Production System (SPS).
• Be responsible for day-to-day operational decision making.
• Provide effective communication across the cells, and leadership development and performance feedback to shop floor employees.
• Obtain the necessary resources (equipment, manpower, etc.) effectively to meet long range and near term goals.
• Review staffing and training needed including performance, salary, and career appraisals for assigned personnel as well as hiring, retaining and developing new key technical talent.
• Maintain a constant understanding of the status of Production work, to ensure resources are correctly allocated.
• Provide mentorship and direction to close gaps multi-functionally.
• Lead productivity projects to reduce cost and cycle time.
• Supervise a group of hourly bargaining unit employees in a Manufacturing Operations environment.

Skills

MS Office

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Education

BS/BA or Associate Degree in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain or Quality

Tools

SAP

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-20

Country: United States of America

Location: US-FL-JUPITER-ADR ~ 17900 Beeline Hwy ~ ADR BLDG

Position Role Type: Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Security Clearance Type: DoD Clearance: Secret

Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s 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.

What You Will Do

• Driving the organization multi-functionally to meet customer requirements for quality, cost, and delivery; work with functional leaders, and internal staff to meet production requirements and assure the cells operate in a productive fashion consistent with changing business needs.
• You will handle all operational aspects of the Cell with the Business Unit Manager
• Drive overall production to meet goals, coordinating with Material, Customer Support, Quality, Engineering day-to-day activities
• Lead the establishment and attainment of cell goals in quality, cost, schedule, compliance and safety utilizing the Standard Production System (SPS)
• You will be responsible for day-to-day operational decision making
• You'll provide effective communication across the cells, and provide leadership development and performance feedback to the shop floor employees
• Obtain the necessary resources (equipment, manpower, etc.) effectively to meet long range and near term goals
• Review staffing and training needed including performance, salary, and career appraisals for assigned personnel as well as hiring, retaining and developing new key technical talent
• Maintain a constant understanding of the status of Production work, to ensure resources are correctly allocated
• You will also provide mentorship and direction to close gaps multi-functionally
• You'll lead productivity projects to reduce cost and cycle time
• You’ll will be responsible for supervising a group of hourly bargaining unit employees in a Manufacturing Operations environment.

Qualifications You Must Have

• BS/BA and 3+ years Relevant Industry experience OR Associate Degree and 5+ years Relevant Industry experience OR High school diploma and 7+ years experience in production, operations or manufacturing

Qualifications We Prefer

• BS/BA or Associate Degree in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain or Quality
• Experience directing skilled bargaining unit employees
• Aerospace experience, Manufacturing or Operations experience
• Computer competent, particularly in MS Office
• Experience working with SAP
• Lean manufacturing/repair experience, CORE(ACE) or Six Sigma training

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select 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.

Salary and Benefits

Salary range for this role is 86,800 USD - 165,200 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

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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