Foundry 1 - 8th Shift (Onsite)

Pratt & Whitney; Village of Clayville (NY); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Life and disability insurance

Paid time off, holidays

401-K with company match

Job summary

Pratt & Whitney in Clayville, NY is seeking an onsite manufacturing technician to support the assembly and maintenance of vacuum atomization furnaces. You will follow standard work instructions, operate powered industrial vehicles, assist in furnace lid removal, and help with alloy changes under supervision.

This role offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life and disability coverage, paid time off, 401(k) with company match, and a shift pattern: 8th shift,

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Ability to follow standard work instructions.
• Basic hoist and rigging operations may be required.

Responsibilities

• Perform cleaning, monitoring and securing operations to set up vacuum atomization furnace.
• Follow standard work instructions and safety protocols.
• Operate powered industrial vehicles (PIVs).
• Assist in removal/replacement of furnace lid and coils.
• Clean interior of furnace chamber and O-ring seal.
• Assist in attaching/detaching gas, electric, and water lines to furnace lid and tank.
• Use electric hoist to remove/replace furnace lid from chamber.
• Assist in disassembly/reassembly of atomization chamber during alloy changes.
• Support continuous improvement and CORE/EH&S initiatives.
• Refer difficulties to Supervisor or Team Leader.

Education

HS diploma, or GED

Tools

Vacuum atomization furnace

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-09-24

Country: United States of America

Location: US-NY-CLAYVILLE-2395 ~ 2395 Main St ~ MAIN

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 information under this program/contract.

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.

What You Will Do:

• Perform various cleaning, monitoring and securing operations to assist in the set-up of a vacuum atomization furnace.
• Must be able to follow standard work instructions.
• Basic hoist and rigging operations.
• Operate powered industrial vehicles (PIVs).
• Assist in the removal and replacement furnace lid and coils.
• Cleaning the interior of the furnace chamber and “O” ring seal.
• As directed assist in the attachment and detachment of gas, electric, and water lines to furnace lid and tank.
• Utilizing electric hoist remove and replace furnace lid from furnace chamber.
• Under supervision of team lead, perform disassembly and reassembly of atomization chamber during alloy changes.
• Operating insertion and halo gas during atomization.
• Make minor repairs on the furnace, and other auxiliary equipment under the supervision of team lead.
• Support the cell’s continuous improvement and all CORE and EH&S initiatives, including wearing required personal protective equipment.
• Refer difficulties to Supervisor or Team Leader.
• May be assigned to tasks not specifically listed within the scope and skill level of this job description in support of department objectives and to develop individual skills.
• On occasion you may be required to work hours outside of your typical shift.
• This position is for 8th Shift Monday - Thursday 10pm-8am.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• HS diploma (or equivalent, e.g. G.E.D. in the US)

What We Offer:

• Medical, dental, vision benefits
• Life, short term disability, long term disability benefits
• Paid time off including vacation, sick leave, holidays
• 401-K with company match
• Other innovative benefits including deals and discounts

What is my role type?

• 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.

Business location and commuting: 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.

The salary range for this role is $21.00 per hour. 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.

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 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.