Process Technician 1 (Weekend Shift)

Prattwhitney; Jamestown (ND); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Three weeks vacation

Generous 401(k) matching

Tuition reimbursement program

Job summary

Pratt & Whitney in Jamestown, ND is seeking a Process Technician I for an onsite, 4th shift role. You will handle chemical processing of aerospace parts, ensure hazardous waste management, and maintain precise documentation while adhering to customer specs.

The role requires a HS diploma or GED and offers comprehensive benefits. You will work with state-of-the-art equipment and join a safety-focused, collaborative team in a modern plant setting.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED or vocational/technical education in related discipline.
• Process technician experience preferred.
• Ability to interpret part drawings and follow work instructions.

Responsibilities

• Perform chemical processing of detailed parts and final assemblies to current spec requirements.
• Dispose of Hazardous Waste properly and maintain safety practices.
• Be aware of chemicals used and comply with safety standards.
• Document process steps to meet customer requirements.
• Operate equipment with minimal direction and collaborate with other departments.
• Follow work instructions and wear PPE correctly.

Skills

Read part drawings

Safety compliance

Team cooperation

Documentation accuracy

Education

HS diploma or GED

Tools

PAA Operator Certification

Laboratory analysis

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-08-14 Country: United States of America Location: US-ND-JAMESTOWN-P1 ~ 2604 Highway 20 N ~ PLANT 1

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

A Process Technician I performs a variety of functions which are directly related to the chemical processing of aircraft parts and components. This typically involves a combination of the following duties such as Aqueous Cleaning, Chemical Etching, Chromate Conversion Coating, Anodizing (sulfuric, non-chromic, hard coat, red & black-dye & Phosphoric Acid), Passivation, Abrasive Blasting, Heat Treatment of Aluminum and Laboratory Analysis. This also includes various types of one of the following; full Laboratory Duties and/or PAA Operator Certification.

This is your chance to work in a ‘State of the Art” brand new $18 million dollar fully automated Anodize line. You will be working with the newest and most advanced equipment in the industry. This is for 4th shift: Friday through Sunday from 6:00AM to 6:30 PM.

What you will do:

Responsible for the chemical processing of detailed parts and final assemblies to current spec requirements. Be well informed about the disposal of Hazardous Waste. Be aware and informed of the Chemicals you work with throughout the day. Be knowledgeable of all pertinent customer/company specifications and international standards relating to standards, finishes, special processes, policies, processing, etc. Capable of processing acceptable parts and passing all required evaluations for some of the required processes. Proper documentation of the process of parts to meet customer requirements. Demonstrate a continued interest in good housekeeping and safety practices. Demonstrate ability to work under a minimal amount of direction for the area supervisor/team coordinator. Be proficient in handling all of the equipment that is applicable to completing the required job. Demonstrate an ability to effectively cooperate and communicate with co-workers and personnel in other departments. Capable of interpreting and understanding part drawings and illustrated planning. Must be able to follow work instructions to ensure the proper processing of parts. Must be able properly wear and use Personal Protective Equipment relating to the job performed.

Qualifications you must have:

Typically requires HS diploma (or equivalent, e.g. G.E.D. in the US) or vocational/technical education in related discipline.

Qualifications we prefer:

Process technician experience.

What We Offer Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
• Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
• Adoption Assistance
• Autism Benefit Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
• Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
• Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
• Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
• Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program
• And more!

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.

RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.