Finishing Operator 1

globalhr; Pueblo (CO); On-site; USD 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks of vacation

401(k) plan with match and Lifetime +

Job summary

Collins Aerospace is seeking a Finishing Process Operator I for our Pueblo, Colorado Brakes Team. You will operate the finishing process for aircraft carbon brake discs, work with robotic equipment, and learn to follow strict procedures in a team environment.

Starting pay is $18.00/hour with shift differential; 6:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. – 6:00 a.m. rotations on a 3-on/3-off cycle. Onsite role with training on state-of-the-art equipment and safety standards.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required.
• Manufacturing or similar industry experience preferred.
• Manufacturing/assembly experience helpful.
• Read blueprints helpful.

Responsibilities

• Load/unload small furnaces and prepare parts.
• Use handheld scanners to track and move parts.
• Precisely measure part dimensions with gauges and scales.
• Read drawings and operate robotic/automated equipment per procedures.
• Document the process and ensure safety and quality.

Skills

Load/unload furnaces

Handheld scanners

Reading drawings

Robotic equipment operation

Basic computer skills

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Tools

Robotic equipment

Handheld gauges

Scales

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-07

Country: United States of America

Location: US-CO-PUEBLO-050 ~ 50 William White Blvd ~ BLDG 50

Position Role Type: Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: This job requires a U.S. Person. A U.S. Person is a lawful permanent resident as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or who is a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, U.S. permanent residents, or individuals granted refugee or asylee status in the U.S. are considered U.S. persons. For a complete definition of “U.S. Person” go here: https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-22/chapter-I/subchapter-M/part-120/subpart-C/section-120.62

Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status: Not Required

Joining Collins Aerospace isn't just about finding a job; it's about embarking on a journey to redefine the future of aerospace technology.

Collins Aerospace, an RTX 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.

Collins Aerospace is seeking a Finishing Process Operator I to join our Pueblo, Colorado Brakes Team. You will work in a dynamic manufacturing operation that performs the finishing process for aircrafts carbon brake discs.You will have the opportunity to be trained to work with state-of-the-art robotic equipment.You must be willing to learn and thrive in a team environment.

Position works onsite at our Pueblo, Colorado Facility.

Starting Pay: $18.00/hour with additional shift differential

Shift Schedule: 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. rotates to 6:00 p.m.to 6:00 a.m.

Shift Rotation: 3 on - 3 off schedule, rotating day/night shift every 2 months

What You Will Do

• Load/unload small furnaces
• Use handheld scanners to track and move parts
• Precisely measure part dimensions and weights using handheld gauges and scales
• Communicate to your Supervisor any potential mechanical or safety issues with the equipment
• Strictly follows written procedures to maintain safety and ensure quality
• Read drawings and operate robotic and automated equipment per manufacturing procedures
• Documents the process used to create / finish parts
• Set up and cleaning of robotic and automated equipment
• You will use your basic to intermediate computer skills
• You will learn to recognize issues with the process equipment tolerance limits
• Learn all Collins and customer specifications relating to finished, special processes, and policies
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a HS Diploma or a GED
• Manufacturing or similar industry related experience

Qualifications We Prefer

• Manufacturing or assembly experience
• Basic computer skills
• Read blueprints

What We Offer

Some of our competitive benefits package includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance,critical illnessinsurance, group legal, ID theft protection
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
• Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
• Adoption Assistance
• Autism Benefit
• Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
• Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
• Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
• Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
• Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program
• And more!

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.

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.

The hourly rate for this role is $18.00/hour USD. The hourly rate 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.

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