Glass Polish Machine Operator - 5th Shift

Honeywell Aerospace; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 39,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision

Life insurance

Disability coverage

401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

Honeywell Aerospace is seeking a Machine Operator in the United States, Minnesota, Minneapolis area to set up, operate and maintain polishing, lapping, and grinding machines. Responsibilities include measuring parts to precise specs and maintaining quality while working a 5th shift (Mon-Fri 10:00 AM–6:00 PM; Sat-Sun 10:00 AM–10:00 PM).

The role requires handling coolant/oil materials, wearing safety glasses, and lifting heavy objects.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate and maintain grinders and polish tables following prescribed procedures.
• Handle glass on polishing tables to grind down.
• Measure parts to spec (.0001s) and monitor removal rate.
• Make setup decisions, check parts to maintain quality and report issues to supervisor.
• May train another operator.

Skills

Dexterity

Safety glasses

Work with coolant/oil

Lifting heavy objects

Education

2 year relevant work or equivalent education

Tools

Polishing machines

Lapping machines

Grinding machines

Job description

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

This role will support 5th Shift Hours: (not including any mandated overtime

• Monday & Friday - 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

• Saturday & Sunday - 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM

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.

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.

YOU MUST HAVE

• 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.

#LI-Onsite

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 Solutions 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

• 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/

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

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.