Foundry Machine Operator Level 1 - 1st Shift (Onsite)

Pratt & Whitney; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Life insurance

Disability

Parental leave

401(k) match

Flexible Spending Account

EAP

Job summary

Pratt & Whitney in Asheville, NC is hiring a Foundry Operator (S-1) for an entry level role. You will become proficient in the advanced casting foundry (ACF) process, including wax, shell, mold prep, cast, finishing, and inspection. Training will prepare you for advancement to Operator S-2 and may require overtime.

The position emphasizes learning to operate equipment in a controlled environment, with a focus on safety, quality, and continuous improvement. U.S.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.
• Experience in manufacturing or operating production equipment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and monitor casting process and related equipment to shape metal into precision aerospace components.
• Perform hands‑on operations in a machine‑shop and foundry environment, including workstation/bench work, equipment setup, material preparation, inspection, and production‑related tasks which may include bending, reaching, pulling, pushing, transport product and/or equipment weighing up to 10 pounds
• Operate and work safely around automated and robotic manufacturing equipment, conveyors, and powered industrial vehicles (PIVs), and other production machinery while following established operating and safety procedures.
• Prepare, mix, transfer, and handle chemicals, process ingredients, and bulk materials in accordance with established specifications, including work involving strong chemicals or potentially hazardous chemicals and required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Handle, transfer, and dispose of production materials, chemical byproducts, and industrial waste, while maintaining housekeeping, environmental, safety, and quality standards with the assigned work area.
• Keep equipment and work area clean (5S).
• Read work instructions, blueprints, and specifications to perform machine setups and produce parts within required tolerances, install, adjust, and remove dies, fixtures, and tooling while monitoring equipment performance and identifying potential issues.
• Work safely and collaboratively with teammates to maintain production flow, troubleshoot equipment, and support continuous improvement.
• May be required to carry out tasks not specifically listed, within the scope and skill level of this position in support of department objectives and to develop one’s skills - Responsibilities are not limited to the listed items above and can be changed or modified based on skill level, proficiency, and overall performance.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Machine setups

Reading blueprints

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Date Posted:
2026-09-21

Country:
United States of America

Location:
US-NC-ASHEVILLE-330 ~ 330 Pratt Whitney Blvd ~ PRATT WHITNEY

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'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.
This is a 1st Shift position: Monday – Thursday, 6AM – 4:30PM

The Foundry Operator (S-1) is an entry level operator that will become proficient with basic operations of the advanced casting foundry (ACF) process including wax, shell, mold prep, cast, finishing, core leach, grain etch, inspection, process flow, etc. The ACF is a newly built process area, and this role will have the opportunity to participate in the commissioning and development of new production processes, and ongoing training will be provided for process control and thorough understanding of auxiliary equipment. The training is geared towards learning to operate additional equipment and process areas which can lead to advancement into the Operator S-2 position. These positions require shift work and ability to work overtime when needed.

• Set up, operate, and monitor casting process and related equipment to shape metal into precision aerospace components.
• Perform hands‑on operations in a machine‑shop and foundry environment, including workstation/bench work, equipment setup, material preparation, inspection, and production‑related tasks which may include bending, reaching, pulling, pushing, transport product and/or equipment weighing up to 10 pounds
• Operate and work safely around automated and robotic manufacturing equipment, conveyors, and powered industrial vehicles (PIVs), and other production machinery while following established operating and safety procedures.
• Prepare, mix, transfer, and handle chemicals, process ingredients, and bulk materials in accordance with established specifications, including work involving strong chemicals or potentially hazardous chemicals and required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Handle, transfer, and dispose of production materials, chemical byproducts, and industrial waste, while maintaining housekeeping, environmental, safety, and quality standards with the assigned work area.
• Keep equipment and work area clean (5S).
• Read work instructions, blueprints, and specifications to perform machine setups and produce parts within required tolerances, install, adjust, and remove dies, fixtures, and tooling while monitoring equipment performance and identifying potential issues.
• Work safely and collaboratively with teammates to maintain production flow, troubleshoot equipment, and support continuous improvement.
• May be required to carry out tasks not specifically listed, within the scope and skill level of this position in support of department objectives and to develop one’s skills - Responsibilities are not limited to the listed items above and can be changed or modified based on skill level, proficiency, and overall performance.
  

Qualifications You Must Have:

• High School Diploma or GED
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract
• Previous manufacturing experience operating production equipment, performing machine setups, or working in a similar industrial environment

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Experience operating or working around automated/robotic equipment, conveyors, PIVs, or machine-shop equipment
• Experience handling chemicals, process ingredients, bulk materials, or industrial waste using established safety and PPE requirements
• Experience reading blueprints and understanding critical specifications
• Experience performing machine setups, tooling or die changes, and equipment adjustments

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 paid holidays