Machine Operator 1 Hole Drill - AWW2 Weekend Night Shift (Onsite)

globalhr; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Short-term Disability

Long-term Disability

401(k) Match

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Job summary

RTX's Pratt & Whitney facility in Asheville, NC seeks a Machine Operator to support the Hole Drill unit on a production line. You will operate BX3, TAFIS, and other equipment, perform quality checks and document results to ensure product conformance.

You will read process sheets, maintain run charts, and participate in TPM and 5S activities. The role requires 2+ years of manufacturing experience, U.S. citizenship, and willingness to work shift hours including overtime.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• U.S. citizenship required to access program/contract information.
• Previous manufacturing experience or related education/certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate production machines in the Hole Drill unit; produce blades/vanes and perform quality checks.
• Read process sheets, interpret gauges, and record dimensional data.
• Maintain 5S and TPM; document results; clock labor in Solumina.

Skills

Machine Operator

Manufacturing Experience

Quality Inspection

Blueprint Reading

Measurement Tools

Solumina

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Advanced Manufacturing Certification

Tools

CMM/Revo

BX3

TAFIS

Gages

Job description

Date Posted:

2026-10-02

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 an AWW2 position: Friday-Sunday 6:00 PM to 6:30 AM

What You Will Do:

• Ability to operate a variety of production machines in the Hole Drill business unit. Machines may include BX3, TAFIS and manual pin check, CMM/Revo, air flow, and electrode assembly. 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 and inspection 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, 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 / GED
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract
• Previous Manufacturing experience or education or Advanced Manufacturing Certification

Qualifications We Prefer:

• 2 or more years Machine Operator or Manufacturing 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, 40 hours of personal sick time, 3 unpaid days for unique situations at supervisor discretion, 12 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.

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.