Glass Polish Machine Operator - 4th Shift

Honeywell Aerospace US LLC in; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability coverage

401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

Health savings accounts

Educational assistance

Parental leave

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

Honeywell Aerospace is seeking a Glass Polish Machine Operator for the 4th shift at our Minneapolis facility. You will set up, operate, and maintain polishing, lapping, and grinding machines to produce high-quality glass components.

The role requires precise measurement (±0.0001) and strict adherence to safety and lean practices. You may train a fellow operator and will work in a dedicated work-cell environment.

Qualifications

• 2 years relevant work or equivalent education or vocational training.
• Dexterity to set up and operate miscellaneous equipment.
• Must work with coolant and oil materials.
• Must wear safety glasses with side shields.
• Average to heavy weight lifting required.

Responsibilities

• Set-up, operate and maintain polishing, lapping and grinding machines following prescribed procedures and standard shop practices.
• Handle glass on polishing tables and grind to meet specs.
• Measure parts to within ±0.0001 and monitor rate of removal.
• Report troubles to Group Leader or Supervisor for analysis and remedy.
• May train another operator.
• Engage in Safety & Behavior Observation Process (BOP), 5S, Kaizen, TPM and Knowledge Sharing.

Skills

Dexterity

Safety awareness

Education

2 year relevant work or equivalent education or vocational training

Tools

Polishing machines

Lapping machines

Grinding machines

Job description

Glass Polish Machine Operator - 4th Shift (Finance)

A Machine Operator will Set-up, operate and maintain miscellaneous machines and perform required checks to maintain quality.

This role will support 4th Shift Hours: (not including any mandated overtime

• Sunday 10:00PM – 6:00AM Monday
• Thursday 10:00PM – 6:00AM Friday
• Friday 10:00PM – 10:00AM Saturday
• Saturday 10:00PM – 10:00AM Sunday

TYPICAL MACHINES/EQUIPMENT/TOOLS USED:

• Polishing machines, Lapping machines, and Grinding machines

TYPICAL CHEMICALS USED:

• Epoxy Soda, Water soluble oils, Standard cutting oils, Cleaning solvents, and Chlorethene

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

• Must be willing and able to work in a \"work cell\" environment and dedicated to high quality of work.
• Machine Shop working environment.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

• Somewhat diversified work to set-up and operate and maintain such machines as grinders and polish tables, following prescribed procedures and/or standard shop practices.
• Work with handling glass that is put on polishing tables to grind down.
• Measure parts to make sure they are with in our specs (.0001s) and understand the rate of removal of polishing.
• Judgement to set up machines, make and check parts to maintain quality standards and to report troubles to Group Leader and/or Supervisor for analysis and remedy.
• May be required to train another operator.
• Embrace and engage in the activities, but not limited to Safety & Behavioral Observation Process (BOP), 5S, Continuous Improvement (Kaizen), Tiered Accountability Process, Standard Work, Rapid Problem Solving (RPS), Built In Quality (BIQ), Coaching, Total productive Maintenance (TPM) and Knowledge Sharing.

Qualifications

REQUIREMENTS

• 2 year relevant work or equivalent education or vocational training
• Typical dexterity to set up and operate miscellaneous equipment.
• Must work with coolant and oil materials.
• Must wear safety glasses with side shields.
• Average to heavy weight lifting required.

WE VALUE

• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Experience in implementing lean manufacturing principles
• Knowledge of safety regulations and best practices

About Honeywell Aerospace

Join a company that's reintroducing itself to the aviation community we've helped advance for more than a century. At Honeywell Aerospace (NASDAQ: HONA), we're launching as an independent, publicly traded aerospace and defense company built on a legacy of operational excellence and mission-focused execution.

Our new brand identity pairs that heritage with real momentum, as we build technology that helps pilots navigate with confidence, aircraft operate more efficiently, and operators stay ahead of change. With our systems on board 90% of the world's aircraft, your work here has reach that's rare to find anywhere else.

Focusing on our customers, investing in innovation, and building a culture of accountability and performance is how we're shaping what comes next.

Every horizon. Every mission. Every day.

About The Business Unit

Honeywell Aerospace products and services are found on aircraft across commercial aviation, defense and space — from engines and cockpit electronics to cabin systems, mechanical components and connectivity solutions. Our technology helps operators fly more safely, reduce fuel consumption, improve on-time performance and deliver a better experience for the people on board.

As aviation continues to evolve, we're also developing systems to support autonomous and supersonic platforms, bringing the same focus on safety and efficiency to the next era of flight. With approximately 36,000 employees worldwide and net sales of $17.4B in 2025, Honeywell Aerospace is one of the largest dedicated aerospace companies in the world. Explore our businesses: https://www.honeywellaerospace.com

Electronic Services develops the avionics, navigation systems, sensors and electromagnetic defense technology that help aircraft perform safely and with precision. Our systems are on board 90% of the world's aircraft — serving commercial aviation, defense and space operators from integrated flight deck platforms with 30-plus years in service to radiation-hardened systems trusted for human spaceflight.

Benefits

Beyond a performance-driven salary, you'll work alongside dedicated experts on technology that's advancing aviation. As a Honeywell Aerospace employee, you're eligible for a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Employer-subsidized medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts and health savings accounts
• Employee assistance program and educational assistance
• Parental leave and 12 paid holidays
• Paid time off for vacation, personal and sick time

Explore your benefits: https://honeywellaerospacebenefits.com/

Hourly Pay Range

The hourly range for this position is $33.52, not including any applicable shift differential. Please note that this compensation information serves as a general guideline. Honeywell considers various factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education and training, key skills, as well as market and business considerations.

Due to compliance with U.S. export control laws and regulations, candidate must be a U.S. Person, which is defined as, a U.S. citizen, a U.S. permanent resident, or have protected status in the U.S. under asylum or refugee status.

We are currently not sponsoring applicants for work visas for this job. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 40 days from the job posting date; however, this may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. Posting Date: 9/9/2026

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