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

Pratt & Whitney; Middletown Township (PA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision and life insurance

401(k) match

Employee assistance program

Paid time off including 3 weeks of vacation

Job summary

Pratt & Whitney, located in Middletown Township, PA, is looking for a Machine Operator 1 to operate various production machines and perform routine operations. Candidates must possess a High School Diploma and be proficient with machine tools.

This position requires U.S. citizenship and the ability to read blueprints. The role offers comprehensive benefits, including medical insurance and generous paid time off.

Qualifications

• Proficient with the use of machine tools and precision measuring instruments.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and drawings.
• Must be a U.S. citizen for access to program.

Responsibilities

• Operate a variety of production machines efficiently.
• Perform routine operations and preventative maintenance.
• Utilize measuring devices to assess product acceptance.

Skills

Machine tools proficiency

Mathematics aptitude

Blueprint reading

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

CMM

Grinding machines

EDM

Job description

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

Date Posted: 2026-06-24

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

RTX is the world\'s largest aerospace and defense company, with 185,000 colleagues united by purpose. Pratt & Whitney designs, manufactures and services aircraft engines and auxiliary power systems. Hiring for 3rd shift, but training on a different shift may be required.

What You Will Do

• Machine Operator 1 activities require the ability to operate a variety of production machines, including: CMM, polish wheel, grinding machines, EDM, etc. This position will require performing routine operations.
• Read and interpret process sheets.
• Deburr and clean parts.
• Make minor offset changes (if required) with oversight.
• Frequently utilize measuring devices and assess product acceptance based on blueprint specifications.
• Perform preventative maintenance and document results.
• Complete Daily Walk Around (DWA) and utilize the communication log.
• Move about the machine line 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.

Qualifications You Must Have

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.
• Proficient with use of machine tools and precision measuring instruments.
• Aptitude for mathematics, including ability to read blueprints and drawings.

Qualifications We Prefer

• 1+ years of machine operator experience

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 12 paid government holidays throughout the year

Learn more and apply. 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.

As part of our commitment to a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select 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.

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.