Machine Operator Level 1 (Onsite) - May Be Any Shift

Pratt & Whitney; Asheville (NC); Presencial; USD 21.000 - 32.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical Insurance

401(k) Match

Paid Time Off

Descripción de la vacante

Pratt & Whitney is seeking a Machine Operator in Asheville, NC to operate a variety of production machines in a fast-paced aerospace environment. The role requires reading work instructions, setting up equipment, and ensuring quality through TPM.

Candidates should have a HS diploma or GED, U.S. citizenship, and manufacturing experience or education. Training may occur on multiple shifts to support production needs.

Formación

• HS Diploma or GED required.
• U.S. citizenship is required for access to program/contract information.
• Previous manufacturing experience or education or Advanced Manufacturing Certification preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Read and interpret work instructions.
• Set up and operate production equipment and measuring devices.
• Maintain machines via total preventative maintenance (TPM).
• Collaborate with engineers, quality assurance, and other production personnel to resolve machining problems.

Conocimientos

Strong computer skills

Read and interpret work instructions

Set up and operate productionEquipment

Measuring devices proficiency

Educación

HS Diploma/GED

U.S. citizenship required

Herramientas

Calipers and gauges

Milling/Grinding equipment

Descripción del empleo

Date Posted: 2026-10-29

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.

Employees must be flexible with their shift schedule to complete required training. There may be times when training is conducted on non-preferred shifts.

Shift assignment has not yet been determined and may be in any area. Available shift schedules may include:

1st Shift (Monday-Thursday) from 6:00am - 4:30pm

2nd shift (Monday–Thursday) from 4:15pm – 2:45am

3rd shift (Monday – Thursday) from 10:00pm – 7:30am

AWW1 Weekend Day Shift (Friday – Sunday) from 6:00am – 6:30pm

AWW2 Weekend Night Shift (Friday – Sunday) from 6:00pm – 6:30am

Summary

Machine Operator(s) will be required to operate a variety of production machines within the designated business unit. The operator will be required to demonstrate key proficiencies which are required to become a certified machine operator.

What You Will Do

• Read and interpret work instructions
• Strong computer skills
• Set up and operate a variety of production equipment and measuring devices. Examples may include milling/grinding machines, furnaces, peening machines, part wash machines, coating machines, airflow/water flow machines, calipers, micrometers, gauges, etc.
• Work from operation sheets, work instructions, part travelers, and oral instruction to set up equipment within the assigned business unit, involving a limited number of surfaces to be machined.
• Obtain operator certification to be able to accept/reject parts.
• Maintain machines by performing required total preventative maintenance (TPM).
• Work collaboratively with engineers, quality assurance, programmers and other production personnel or others to resolve machining problems and assist in part process development (if applicable).
• 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 assigned to carry out tasks not specifically listed, within the scope and skill level of this job description in support of department objectives.

Basic Qualifications

• HS 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

Preferred Qualifications

• 2 or more years Machine Operator or Manufacturing Experience
• Ability to make computations involving decimals and fractions
• Ability to manage multiple competing priorities simultaneously
• Strong communication skills, verbal and written
• Strong computer skills

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.

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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.

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