Machine Operator 1 3rd Shift (Sun-Friday 10pm-6am)

Pratt & Whitney; Middletown Township (PA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Flexible spending accounts

Employee Scholar Program

Job summary

Pratt & Whitney is seeking a Machine Operator 1 for the 3rd shift (Sun-Fri, 2200-0600) in Middletown, PA. You will run a variety of production machines, read process sheets, deburr parts, and verify dimensions with precision tools while maintaining quality.

This onsite role requires US citizenship and adherence to ACE and EH&S guidelines. Responsibilities include daily labor logging in Solumina, performing preventative maintenance, and ensuring a clean, compliant work area.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• U.S. citizenship is required for access to program/contract information.
• 1+ years of machine operator experience.
• Proficiency with machine tools and precision measuring instruments; ability to read blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Operate production machines and perform routine tasks per process sheets.
• Deburr, clean parts, measure and document results; make minor offset changes under oversight.
• Record labor using Solumina and maintain run charts with dimensional data.
• Complete Daily Walk Around and maintain shop floor cleanliness and quality.
• Move about the line to operate equipment and handle light transport as needed.
• Follow ACE CORE guidelines and EH&S requirements.

Skills

Machine operator experience

Blueprint reading

Precision measuring instruments

Mathematics aptitude

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Solumina

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-06

Country: United States of America

Location: US-PA-MIDDLETOWN-181 ~ 181 Fulling Mill Rd ~ FULLING MILL

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 Sun. - Fri. 2200-0600 position.

Summary

Machine Operator 1 activities require the ability to operate a variety of production machines. Machines may include: CMM (Coordinate Measuring Machine), polish wheel, airflow, waterflow, shot peen, furnace, grinding machines, EDM (Electrical Discharge Machine), etc. This position will require performing routine operations.

What You Will Do

• Perform routine operations, read and interpret process sheets, deburr and clean parts, gage parts, make minor offset changes (if required) with oversight, frequently utilize measuring devices and assess product acceptance based on blueprint specification(s)
• Clock labor in Solumina, perform preventative maintenance and document results, document information on check sheets and keep dimensional data on run charts
• Complete Daily Walk Around (DWA) and utilize communication log.
• Keep work area and equipment clean, maintain acceptable quality levels,
• The person in this position will frequently move about the machine line in order to operate various manufacturing equipment (approximately 90% of the time). Transport product and/or equipment weighing up to 10 pounds. Must be able to run all equipment in the entire work loop and produce product at rate per standard work.
• 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
• Adhere to ACE guidelines and perform CORE duties as required
• Adhere to all EH & S guidelines, including wearing of required personal protective equipment

Basic Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Preferred Qualifications

• 1+ years of machine operator experience
• Proficient with use of machine tools and precision measuring instruments. Aptitude for mathematics, including ability to read blueprints, read/work from drawings

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 with the option to purchase an additional week, 5 personal sick days, and 96 hours paid government holidays throughout the year

Please ensure the role type defined below is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. This position is classified as 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.

Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite and hybrid roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee’s personal responsibility.

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As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attendselect steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

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.