MANUFACTURING OPERATOR (No Manufacturing Experience) - 2nd Shift

RTX; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

RTX, Pratt & Whitney in Asheville, seeks a Manufacturing Operator trainee to learn basic processes and obtain operator certification. Training is conducted at AB Tech with on‑the‑job learning at Pratt & Whitney. The role supports engineers and QA while developing machining skills on a dedicated production line.

Successful candidates join a structured program, with shift flexibility and comprehensive benefits. U.S. citizenship is required due to program access restrictions.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required.
• U.S. citizenship is required to access information.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret work instructions.
• Learn to set up and operate production equipment and measuring devices.
• Obtain operator certification to accept/reject parts.
• Maintain machines via TPM.
• Collaborate with engineers, QA, and other production staff.

Skills

Computer skills

Read work instructions

Team collaboration

Education

HS Diploma/GED

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Job description

Date Posted:

2026-09-09

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 position is designed to give individuals with no manufacturing experience the skills they need to become a Certified Operator at Pratt & Whitney. Employees selected for this position are required to successfully complete the customized training program conducted at AB Tech. In addition, the employee will complete all required on-the-job training at Pratt & Whitney.

Manufacturing Operator(s) will be required to learn basic manufacturing processes within their assigned business unit. The manufacturing operator will be required to demonstrate key proficiencies which are required to become a certified machine operator. Employees must be flexible with their shift schedule to complete required training. There may be times when training is conducted on non-preferred shifts.

This position is Monday through Thursday, 2nd Shift, 4:15pm - 2:45am

What You Will Do:

• Read and interpret work instructions
• Strong computer skills
• Learn to 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.
• Learn to 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.
• Learn to maintain machines by performing required total preventative 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 (if applicable).
• 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.

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:

• 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

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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