Furnace Operator 1

RTX (Raytheon); Pueblo (CO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation time (3 weeks)

Employee Scholar Program

401(k) match

Job summary

Collins Aerospace in Pueblo, CO is seeking a Furnace Deck Operator I to begin with furnace preparation, load building, and process readings, with on-the-job training aimed at advancing to Operator II. The role is onsite in a 4-on/4-off, 12-hour shift schedule, with built-in overtime and shift differential.

As part of the Advanced Structures team, you will handle carbonization, densification, and heat-treating processes while upholding safety standards and lean manufacturing principles.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent (US) or vocational/technical education.
• Experience using hand tools.
• Industrial experience preferred.
• Ability to operate department equipment including but not limited to: overhead cranes, pneumatic devices, vacuum equipment, fork trucks, hand trucks, optical pyrometers and hand tools.
• Basic understanding of mathematics and PC skills.
• Willingness to work a 4-day/12-hr shift, days and nights required.

Responsibilities

• Provide process integrity and maintain process quality for all furnace process operations.
• Perform all engineering instruction for all department processes including carbonization, densification and heat-treating processes.
• Follow environmental, health and safety standards and procedures while performing daily duties; identify safety hazards and improve safety.
• Demonstrate understanding and implementation of BBS (Behavior Based Safety).
• Utilize Lean Manufacturing tools such as KAS, 5S, TPM and other continuous process improvement tools.
• Monitor metrics in the work area and take action when trends indicate issues.

Skills

Hand tools

Mechanical aptitude

Problem solving

Education

HS diploma / GED

Tools

Overhead cranes

Pneumatic devices

Vacuum equipment

Fork trucks

Hand trucks

Optical pyrometers

PC skills

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-12

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

Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Our global Mechanical Systems team is committed to continuous improvement - we work hard to make our solutions lighter-weight, stronger and more technically advanced, so that plane travel can be safer, more affordable, and more sustainable in the years to come. We are looking for the best and brightest to fly and land with us!

The Pueblo, CO facility has an immediate opening for a Furnace Deck Operator I. Furnace Deck Operator I is an entry level operator that will become proficient with basic operations of the furnace process by focusing on furnace preparation, load building, furnace reading, rounds, and process flow. Ongoing training is provided for process control and thorough understanding of auxiliary equipment. The training is geared towards advancement into the Operator II position.

Rotating Shift Structure

• 4-on/4-off schedule
• Rotating day/night shift every 2 months
• 12-hour shifts: 7:00AM - 7:00PM / 7:00PM - 7:00AM

Compensation

• Built-in, guaranteed overtime
• "Free" hours on non-overtime weeks
• Shift Differential (always active): +$2.75/hr

Additional Perks

• Starting at 3-weeks of paid vacation, with an option to purchase more
• Day-1 access to Employee Scholar Program
• 401 (k) match program

What You Will Do

• Provide process integrity and maintain process quality for all furnace process operations.
• Perform all engineering instruction for all department processes including carbonization, densification and heat-treating processes.
• Following established environmental, health and safety standards and procedures while performing daily duties. Is constantly aware of, and looks for, ways to eliminate safety hazards and improve the overall safety of the workplace.
• Demonstration of understanding and implementation of BBS (Behavior Based Safety).
• Utilize Lean Manufacturing tools such as KAS, 5S, TPM and other continuous process improvement tools.
• Monitor metrics in the work area. Take appropriate and timely action when metrics indicate downward trends or fall below acceptable limits.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires HS diploma (or equivalent, e.g. G.E.D. in the US) or vocational/technical education in related discipline.
• Experience using hand tools

Qualifications We Prefer

• Past work experience or demonstration of mechanical aptitude.
• Industrial experience preferred.
• Prior experience working in manufacturing environment desired.
• Ability to operate all department equipment including but not limited to: overhead cranes, pneumatic devices, vacuum equipment, fork trucks, hand trucks, optical pyrometers and hand tools.
• Ability to problem solve and exercise creativity to develop and/or implement practical solutions. Mechanical aptitude desired.
• A basic understanding of mathematics and PC skills.
• Ability to work a 4-day/12-hr shift, days and nights required.

What We Offer

• 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 illness insurance, 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!

Our Advanced Structures team leverages advanced materials and additive manufacturing to develop complex interior and exterior solutions. These solutions ensure structural integrity of the aircraft, help aircraft take off and land, stay trim in the air, move forward, carry cargo and conduct resc