Chemical Support Specialist

Prattwhitney; McKinney (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

RTX's McKinney site is seeking a 1st Shift Chemical Support Specialist to ensure safe handling, storage, and availability of production chemicals.

You will manage inventory, coordinate replenishment, track shelf-life, and liaise with manufacturing, suppliers, and EHS to maintain regulatory compliance.

The role requires a HS Diploma or AA and at least 4 years in chemical handling, with willingness to work overtime.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in chemical handling and inventory control.
• Familiarity with SDS requirements and hazardous material controls.
• Ability to work overtime and weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily coordination, storage, tracking, and compliance of production chemicals and freezer materials.
• Manage chemical inventory, replenishment, issue/return processes, and storage areas.
• Support shelf-life management and disposal of expired or nonconforming materials.
• Act as liaison between manufacturing teams, suppliers, and EHS groups; verify labeling and safety sheets.

Skills

Chemical handling

Inventory control

SDS knowledge

Regulatory compliance

Education

HS Diploma or AA/AS degree

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-08-28 Country: United States of America Location: US-TX-MCKINNEY-513WA ~ 2501 W University Dr ~ WING A BLDG Position Role Type: Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access certain necessary systems. Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required Security Clearance Status: Not Required

At RTX, the world 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. Raytheon brings the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today’s mission and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threat. We deliver solutions that help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

The selected candidate will be a member of the McKinney CMC Factory Operations organization and will be assigned as a 1st Shift Chemical Support Specialist supporting manufacturing operations across the McKinney site, with primary responsibility for the McKinney CMC Radome & Composite factories.

What You Will Do:

• Oversee daily coordination, storage, tracking, and compliance of production chemicals and freezer materials to support uninterrupted manufacturing while adhering to environmental, health, safety, and quality regulations.
• Manage chemical inventory by monitoring levels, coordinating replenishment, handling issue/return processes, maintaining storage areas, and ensuring accurate accountability within approved systems.
• Support shelf-life management, monitor expiration dates, and oversee the proper disposal of expired or nonconforming materials.
• Serve as a liaison between manufacturing teams, suppliers, and environmental health and safety groups, performing inspections, verifying labeling and storage compliance, managing Safety Data Sheets, and ensuring regulatory adherence.
• Maintain accurate documentation of chemical transactions, inventory, inspections, and compliance activities, leveraging experience in manufacturing support, chemical management, or inventory control while adhering to EHS and safety standards.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• HS Diploma or AA/AS degree (or other 2-year post high school training) with a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience
• Working knowledge of chemical handling, storage, inventory control, and compliance practices
• Familiarity with SDS requirements, hazardous material controls, and chemical accountability processes
• Ability to work overtime and weekends as required to support factory operations
• Must be eligible to access U.S. export-controlled information (U.S. Person as defined by ITAR/EAR)

What We Offer

Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more