CNC Machinist - Weekend Night Shift (Onsite)

RTX (Raytheon); Macon (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, and life보험

Disability insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Scholar Program

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Pratt & Whitney, part of RTX, seeks a Machinist for our Columbus Forge team in a 2nd Weekend Shift role (Fri-Sun, 6:30 pm–6:30 am). The position focuses on setting up, operating, and troubleshooting CNC equipment to produce precise aerospace components.

You will read blueprints, inspect parts, collect data, and collaborate to meet production goals while adhering to safety and 6S standards in a high-performance manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required for entry.
• Experience or familiarity with CNC machining and reading blueprints preferred.
• Ability to troubleshoot machine issues and assist with maintenance is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Set up CNC machines, lathes, and related equipment to manufacture aerospace components.
• Read blueprints and engineering drawings to determine machining requirements and tooling needs.
• Perform dimensional inspections using precision instruments to verify conformance to specs.
• Troubleshoot machine/process issues and support preventive maintenance to maximize uptime.
• Collect production data and collaborate with teammates to improve performance and quality.
• Follow safety, 6S, and environmental standards to maintain a clean and organized work area.

Skills

CNC machining

Blueprint reading

Dimensional inspection

Troubleshooting

Data collection

Safety/6S

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Okuma controls

Fanuc controls

4-Axis turning lathes

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-20

Country: United States of America

Location: US-GA-MIDLAND-MPC ~ 8801/8987 Macon Rd ~ BLDG MPC

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.

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.

Job Summary

Join Pratt & Whitney's Columbus Forge team and help manufacture critical components that power some of the world's most advanced aircraft engines. As a Machinist, you will play a key role in producing precision aerospace components by setting up, operating, and troubleshooting CNC machining equipment in a high-performance manufacturing environment.

This is a 2nd Weekend Shift position: Friday - Sunday, 6:30 pm - 6:30 am

What You Will Do

• Set up, operate, and monitor CNC machines, lathes, and other machining equipment to manufacture precision aerospace components.
• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, specifications, and shop orders to determine machining requirements and select appropriate tooling.
• Perform dimensional inspections using precision measuring instruments to verify product quality and ensure compliance with specifications and tolerances.
• Troubleshoot machine and process issues, perform routine equipment inspections, and support preventive maintenance activities to maximize uptime and productivity.
• Collect production data and collaborate with team members to support operational performance, continuous improvement, and production goals.
• Follow all safety, environmental, quality, and 6S standards while maintaining a clean, organized, and efficient work environment.

Qualifications You Must Have

• High School Diploma or GED

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience with CNC (Computer Numerical Control), Lathes/MCL (Material Control Lab) machines and/or other turning/cutting equipment
• Experience with Okuma and/or Fanuc controlled 4-Axis turning lathes
• Experience with retooling, minor maintenance, changeovers, and first article inspection in a CNC Machinist role
• Experience reading blueprints, schematics, and manuals

What We Offer

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage.
• Short-term and long-term disability, plus parental leave.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care.
• Employee Assistance Program for personal and professional support.
• Employee Scholar Program with no waiting period.
• Generous paid time off includes 3 weeks of vacation, 5 personal sick days, and 12 paid government holidays.

What is my role type?

In addition to transforming the future of flight, we are also transforming how and where we work. We've introduced role types to help you understand how you will operate in our blended work environment. This role is: Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance workers, as they are essential to the development of our engines. Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite and hybrid roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee's personal responsibility. 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. 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 depende