Lead Machine Operator V, 2nd Shift (Onsite)

Raytheon Technologies Corporation; Carroll (IA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled manufacturing lead to drive excellence in aerospace technology. This role involves performing complex manufacturing tasks, mentoring team members, and ensuring production quality while collaborating with various departments. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in calibration, welding, and machining, with a commitment to continuous improvement and employee development. Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to redefining the future of aerospace and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that supports your well-being and career growth.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks of vacation

401(k) plan with employer matching

Tuition reimbursement

Student Loan Repayment Program

Life insurance and disability coverage

Employee Assistance Plan

Wellness rewards program

Virtual doctor visits

Child and elder care services

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years of relevant manufacturing experience required.
• Certification in core discipline and multiple complex programs preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform calibration, welding, machining, and furnace operations on complex parts.
• Train and mentor employees while ensuring production efficiency.

Skills

Manufacturing Skills

Calibration

Welding

Machining

Problem Solving

Training and Mentoring

Continuous Improvement

Education

High School Diploma or Vocational/Technical Education

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Date Posted: 2025-04-11

Country: United States of America

Location: HIA01: Engine Comp (TFT) - Carroll 400 N Bella Vista Dr, Carroll, IA, 51401 USA

Position Role Type: Onsite

Joining Collins Aerospace isn’t just about finding a job; it’s about embarking on a journey to redefine the future of aerospace technology.

The working lead will spend much of the time performing manufacturing tasks such as calibration, welding, machining, and furnace operations, demonstrating a high level of proficiency on multiple programs and/or disciplines of moderate to complex difficulty and is considered a subject matter expert (level III) in the primary discipline. Operates as a main point of contact for OJT training and auditing processes as well as mentors new and current employees. Collaborates with support staff to achieve On Time Delivery, Inventory, Cost of Poor Quality, efficiency, and company goals. The working lead may also support team coordinators by assisting with managing workflow and solving day-to-day production issues.

What You Will Do

• Serves as primary training coordinator for main discipline in all areas of the plant including support of aftermarket business as required by the business.
• Perform calibration, welding, machining, and/or furnace operations on highly complex parts/programs.
• Independently analyze and resolve work problems or assist workers in solving work problems to improve COPQ, OTD, and costs.
• Follow up with overall support staff (engineer, buyer/planner, customer service) and drive resolution of production issues.
• Monitor daily production and minimize errors in the process, empowered to help troubleshoot issues and provide guidance to operators.
• Ensure optimum usage of available resources and technology to achieve goals.
• Collaborate with leadership and gain peers' support to achieve daily operations and goals.
• Support and drive continuous improvement deployment using the fundamentals of lean, lean daily management, six sigma, and employee involvement.
• Conduct employee training on equipment operations, work, safety, procedures, paperwork, Quality Management System, etc., and provide continuous mentorship of new and current employees.
• Perform process audits of employees to ensure employees are retaining skills and training knowledge to build overall team bench strength.
• Support and follow all rules/guidelines/standards set by EHS, Quality, and CI functions as set by your leader and position.
• Work extended shifts/overtime as required by the business.
• Some Holiday hours may be required based on business need.
• Ability to obtain FAR 145 repairman license if required by the business.
• This is a 2nd shift position Monday through Friday 2pm – 10pm.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a HS diploma or vocational/technical education in related discipline with a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience.
• Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or granted refugee or asylee status) as defined here: https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-22/chapter-I/subchapter-M/part-120/subpart-C/section-120.62.
• Certification in core discipline.
• Certification on multiple programs labeled as complex in degree of difficulty.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Demonstrated skill in executing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish daily goals working at times with little or no supervision.
• Demonstrated ability to train, mentor, and help others to improve their knowledge of skills, respected by their peers by setting the example for hard work and ethics.
• Moderate proficiency of Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• General awareness of production processes, quality control, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
• Working knowledge of continuous improvement tools and processes.
• Working knowledge of manufacturing machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance, considered a technical expert in at least one discipline.
• Demonstrated experience working on multiple complex programs in primary discipline and capable of working on several moderate programs in primary or additional disciplines.
• Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of employees and management.

What We Offer

Some of our competitive benefits package includes:

• 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!

This position is not eligible for relocation assistance.

Learn More & Apply Now!

We make modern flight possible for millions of travelers and our military every second. Our major product lines are on-board virtually every aircraft flying. Be it keeping passengers safe with our emergency power generation systems or creating a positive in-flight experience through reliable cabin pressure controls and quieter engines, Power & Controls focuses on delivering a best-in-class experience to our customers. We hire the top people in the industry. Their ideas drive our performance, and their integrity keeps our customers happy. Join us as we take flight!

*Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role.

Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.

Regardless of your role type, collaboration and innovation are critical to our business, and all employees will have access to digital tools so they can work with colleagues around the world – and access to Collins sites when their work requires in-person meetings.

At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. And the bonds we form – with our customers and with each other -- propel us all higher, again and again.

Apply now and be part of the team that’s redefining aerospace, every day.