Machine Operator 1 (Blades) - 1st Shift (Onsite)

Pratt & Whitney; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

Pratt & Whitney on-site in Asheville, NC is hiring for production line operators to manufacture blades and perform comprehensive quality checks. This role requires shift work and overtime when needed.

You will operate various production machines, interpret process sheets, and help maintain equipment and quality standards. The position emphasizes hands-on training, teamwork, and adherence to standard work across multiple cells to meet production goals.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma/GED is required.
• U.S. citizenship is required to access information under this program/contract.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor production line equipment to produce blades and perform quality checks.
• Read and interpret process sheets; troubleshoot minor equipment issues; document TPM results.
• Train and support other operators; maintain clean, organized work area; work across multiple cells.

Education

HS Diploma/GED

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-08-06

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.

Summary

Working on the production line you will produce blades as well as perform all quality checks. These positions require shift work and ability to work overtime when needed.

What You Will Do

• Perform daily standard work and perform complex operations successfully.
• Read and interpret process sheets. Able to troubleshoot minor issues with equipment to continue processing production material. Clock labor in Solumina. Perform Daily Total Preventative Maintenance (TPM) and document results. Be a resource of knowledge and problem solving for others in the area. Keep equipment and work area clean (6S). Adhere to standard work and all work instructions while performing tasks. Maintain acceptable quality levels on routine and/or complex operations. Must be able to run all equipment in the entire work loop and produce product at rate in multiple cells per standard work. Train (through shadowing) other operators to perform work tasks. (Level II or III) The person in this position will frequently 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.
• Demonstrate and maintain effective leadership skills. Exhibits consistent skill and positive attitude towards their job while demonstrating the highest degree of quality and productivity. Identify and correct basic to moderately difficult operational issues. Ability to correctly identify the root cause of operating problems. 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\u2019s skills. Responsibilities are not limited to the listed items above and can be changed or modified based on skill level, proficiency, and overall performance.
• Operate a variety of production machines as well as perform the following activities: included but not limited to ability and certification (OJT) to run all product lines of each product cell, set up of machines, perform rework through grit blast/airflow loop, troubleshoot, properly & effectively be shadowed by and offer guidance to new employees. Employees will have knowledge of current cycle times associated with each product.

Qualifications You Must Have

• HS Diploma/GED
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Associate’s degree in business administration or related field
• More than two (2) years working experience plus a demonstrated ability to effectively manage production work activities.

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, 40 hours of personal sick time, 3 unpaid days for unique situations at supervisor discretion, 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\u2019 Readjustment Assistance Act.

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