Manufacturing Operator, 2nd Shift ( Onsite)

Pratt & Whitney; North Berwick (ME); On-site; USD 23,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) match

Disability coverage

Employee Scholar Program

Job summary

Pratt & Whitney is hiring for a 2nd shift Operator position in North Berwick, ME. The role trains individuals with limited machining experience to operate NC milling/grinding machines and related equipment, with a 3-week training followed by 4–8 weeks of on-the-job training. English proficiency is required.

You will learn setup, operation, inspection, and TPM, progressing toward operator certification while collaborating with engineering and quality teams.

Qualifications

• High School or GED.
• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English.

Responsibilities

• Learn to set up and operate NC milling/grinding machines, vertical turret lathes or VTCs to perform routine production operations on a variety of weldments and assemblies.
• Learn to work from operation sheets, part travelers, BOROPS, and oral instruction to set up equipment for grinding, turning, facing, boring and/or chamfering operations.
• Learn to verify conformance of finished work to specifications using precision measuring instruments.
• Obtain operator Certification to be able to accept/reject parts.
• Learn to maintain machines by performing required total preventive maintenance (TPM).
• Work with engineers, quality assurance, programmers and other production personnel to resolve machining problems.

Skills

English proficiency

Education

High School or GED

Job description

Location:
US-ME-NORTH BERWICK-113 ~ 113 Wells St ~ WELLS, Rte 9

Date Posted:
2026-09-10

Country:
United States of America

Location:
US-ME-NORTH BERWICK-113 ~ 113 Wells St ~ WELLS, Rte 9

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

Job Description
At RTX, the world 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.

What You Will Do
This is a 2nd Shift Opportunity. this is Monday - Thursday ( 4 -10 hour shifts) 4:00pm- 2:00am
This position is designed to give individuals with little or no machining or grinding background the skills they need to become a Certified Operator at Pratt & Whitney.
Employees selected for this position will attend a 3-week training program and participate in 4-8 weeks of the on the job training.
Learn to set up and operate NC milling/grinding machines, vertical turret lathes or VTC’s to perform routine production operations on a variety of similar weldments and assemblies.
Learn to work from operation sheets, part travelers, BOROPS, and oral instruction to set up equipment for grinding, turning, facing, boring and/or chamfering operations involving a limited number of surfaces to be machined.
Learn to verify conformance of finished work to specifications using precision measuring instruments.
Obtain operator Certification to be able to accept/reject parts.
Learn to maintain machines by performing required total preventive maintenance (TPM)
Learn to work collaboratively with engineers, quality assurance, programmers and other production personnel or others to resolve machining problems and assist in part process development.
Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English

What You Will Learn
Skills, systems, and processes critical to aerospace manufacturing within a stat of the art facility.
Training and advancement opportunities at all levels through a supportive and collaborative employee experience.
On -the -job training using the most advanced technology in the industry today.

Qualifications You Must Have
High School or GED

Qualifications We Prefer
1 + years of manufacturing, automotive or related trade experience
Ability to make computations involving decimals and fractions
Ability to manage multiple competing priorities simultaneously

What We Offer
The salary range for this role is $17.13-$30.10. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.
Bonus Plan – eligible to participate in the Company's Aerospace Variable Plan (AVP)
Comprehensive Benefits Program - medical, dental, vision and life insurance
Paid time off including vacation, personal/sick time, and holidays
Additional Leaves including short-term & long-term disability, parental leave, bereavement leave, jury duty coverage, and military leave
Savings & Investment Plan with company match & employer contributions
Flexible savings and spending accounts
Employee Assistance Program with onsite and referral resources to support a Healthy You
Employee Scholar Program – one of the most comprehensive company-sponsored employee education programs in the world (No waiting period!)
Employee discounts and rebates program

In addition to transforming the future of flight, we are also transforming how and where we work. We’ve introduced role types to help you understand how you will operate in our blended work environment. This role is:
Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance workers, as they are essential to the development of our engines.
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 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.
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.