Production Control Working Lead AWW2

RTX (Raytheon); Macon (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Pratt & Whitney, part of RTX, is seeking a Materials Working Lead to support its AIM Mod Center in Columbus, GA. In this hands-on leadership role, you'll coordinate daily production activities, coach team members, resolve material issues, and ensure safety, quality, and efficiency.

This Weekend Night Shift position runs Friday to Sunday, 6:30 pm to 6:30 am. You will lead production on the floor, monitor WIP, manage materials and tooling, and drive continuous improvement through 6S, RCCA, and

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 4+ years of experience in manufacturing, production control or logistics.
• Experience operating Powered Industrial Vehicles (PIV).
• Experience with SAP manufacturing or Make-to-Order environment preferred.
• Experience leading, training, or mentoring team members preferred.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• Experience with continuous improvement, 6S, RCCA, or other manufacturing improvement processes.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow procedures.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily work assignments and production priorities.
• Provide hands-on production floor support by monitoring WIP and planning upcoming jobs.
• Lead, coach, and engage team members with safety, quality, and productivity expectations.
• Monitor production performance and metrics, and address issues with cross-functional teams.
• Support quality and problem-solving activities, including non-conformances, holds and calibration issues.
• Drive continuous improvement and workplace excellence through RCCA, 6S, EH&S inspections, and RIDII activities.
• Manage materials, consumables, tooling, and production resources, including expediting material movement and tool repairs.
• Complete training on Weekend Night Shift (4-8 weeks).

Skills

Manufacturing experience

PIV operation

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-20

Country: United States of America

Location: US-GA-MIDLAND-MPC ~ 8801/8987 Macon Rd ~ BLDG MPC

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 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.

Job Summary: Pratt & Whitney is looking for a Materials Working Lead to support our Airfoil & Isothermal Manufacturing (AIM) Mod Center in Columbus, GA. In this hands-on leadership role, you'll help coordinate daily production activities, support and coach team members, resolve production and material issues, and ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and to quality standards.

This is a Weekend Night Shift position: Friday - Sunday, 6:30 pm - 6:30 am

What You Will Do:

• Coordinate daily work assignments and production priorities, ensuring team members have the skills, training, tools, materials, and resources needed to meet business goals.
• Provide hands-on production floor support by monitoring WIP, planning upcoming jobs, supporting cell setup, operating equipment, and resolving material, tooling, fixture, and equipment issues.
• Lead, coach, and engage team members by reinforcing standard work, safety, quality, and productivity expectations and providing performance feedback.
• Monitor and communicate production performance, track daily output and metrics, and partner with Cell Leaders and cross-functional teams to address issues and keep production on track.
• Support quality and problem-solving activities, including resolving non-conformances, QNs, SAP holds, FAI and hold tags, gage calibration issues, and equipment-related quality concerns.
• Drive continuous improvement and workplace excellence through RCCA, 6S, EH&S inspections, process improvements, and RIDII activities within the assigned work area.
• Manage materials, consumables, tooling, and production resources, including expediting material movement, coordinating supplies, and managing tool repairs and fixtures.
• Completion of training on Weekend Day shift (4-8 weeks)

Qualifications You Must Have:

• High School Diploma or GED
• 4+ years of experience in manufacturing, production control or logistics
• Experience operating Powered Industrial Vehicles (PIV)

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Experience working in an SAP manufacturing or Make-to-Order environment.
• Previous experience leading, training, or mentoring team members.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills with the ability to influence others and drive toward common goals.
• Experience with continuous improvement, 6S, RCCA, or other manufacturing improvement processes.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow procedures

What We Offer:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage.
• Short-term and long-term disability, plus parental leave.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care.
• Employee Assistance Program for personal and professional support.
• Employee Scholar Program with no waiting period.
• Generous paid time off includes 3 weeks of vacation, 5 personal sick days, and 12 paid government holidays.

What is my role type?

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