Machine Operator 1- 3rd (Onsite)

Pratt & Whitney; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Parental leave

Scholar program

Holiday pay

Job summary

Pratt & Whitney, part of RTX, is seeking qualified applicants for a 3rd shift production role in Asheville, NC. Onsite work with blades/vanes manufacturing, routine machine operations, and strict quality checks are required. Candidates should be capable of overtime and detailed documentation in Solumina and TPM tasks.

The role emphasizes shift work, adherence to standard work, and a strong focus on 5S in a static production environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• U.S. citizenship is required to access information under this program/contract.
• Associate degree and/or Advanced Manufacturing Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate production machines on the assembly line to produce blades/vanes and perform quality checks.
• Read process sheets, interpret gauges, document information, and maintain run charts.
• Clock labor in Solumina and perform daily TPM, keeping the work area clean (5S).
• Move around the machine line to operate equipment and assist with overtime as needed.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree and/or Advanced Manufacturing Certification

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-08-19

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 3rd Shift position: 10:00 p.m. - 7:30 a.m. (M-TH)

What You Will Do:

• Operate a variety of production machines. Machines may include washer, shot peen (GASP – gravity accelerated shot peen), furnace, water & air flow, electrode assembly, laser weld, tack weld, laser ablation, tape & wax, x-ray, bake and detailer, etc. This position will require performing routine operations. Working on the production line you will produce blades and or vanes as well as perform all quality checks. These positions require shift work and ability to work overtime when needed.
• Perform daily standard work and perform complex operations successfully and adhere to standard work and all work instructions while performing tasks
• Read and interpret process sheets, gage, Deburr and clean parts, make minor offset changes (if required), change set ups and document information on check sheets, keep dimensional data on run charts, frequently utilize measuring devices and assess product acceptance based on blueprint specification(s), run all equipment in the entire work loop and produce product per standard work
• Clock labor in Solumina, perform Daily Total Preventative Maintenance (TPM) and document results
• Keep equipment and work area clean (5S).
• Frequently move about the machine line to operate various manufacturing equipment (approximately 90% of the time), bending, reaching, pulling, pushing, transport product and/or equipment weighing up to 10 pounds
• 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 experience in manufacturing, Associate degree and/or Advanced Manufacturing Certification

What We Offer:

• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• Short-term disability, long-term disability and parental leave
• 401(k) match
• Flexible spending accounts
• Employee assistance program
• Employee Scholar Program (No waiting period!)
• Paid time off including: 3 weeks of vacation, 5 personal sick days, 3 unpaid days for unique situations at supervisor discretion, and 12 paid government holidays throughout the year

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.