Senior Tool and Gage Maker, 2nd shift

Pratt & Whitney; North Berwick (ME); On-site; USD 41,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus Plan

Paid time off

Disability leave

401(k)

Employee Assistance Program

Scholar Program

Employee discounts

Job summary

Pratt & Whitney is seeking a Sr. Tool and Gage Maker for the 2nd shift to independently perform tool and gage making, set‑ups, calibrations, and related SAP transactions.

The role requires reading complex blueprints, fabricating gages, and ensuring tools meet specifications while adhering to safety and quality standards. The ideal candidate has 5+ years of experience (or 3+ with related credentials), strong math and precision measurement skills, and familiarity with HAAS/TRAK machines and

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED required; 5+ years experience in tool & gage making or 3+ years with related certificate.
• Experience reading blueprints and working with precision measurement equipment.
• Knowledge of tool and gage making processes and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Read and work from blueprints, sketches, drawings and samples; lay out tools for machining/inspection.
• Machining/repair tools, gages and fixtures with accuracy.
• Calibrate and fabricate fixtures and gages to specifications; document work.
• Provide technical support to internal/external customers; follow SAP processes.
• Maintain safe working conditions and follow EHS guidelines.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Gage making

Machining tools

Quality inspection

Safety procedures

Education

HS diploma or GED

Post-secondary certificate or degree in related field

Tools

HAAS machine

TRAK machine

Precision measurement tools

SAP transactions

Job description

Pratt & Whitney is working to once again transform the future of flight-designing, building and servicing engines unlike any the world has ever seen. And because transformation begins from within, we're seeking the people to drive it. So, calling all curious.

Come ready to explore and you'll find a place where your talent takes flight—beyond the borders of title, a country or your comfort zone. Bring your passion and commitment and we'll welcome you into a tight-knit team that takes our mission personally. Channel your drive to make a difference into shaping an organization and an industry that’s evolving fast to the future.

What You Will Do

Sr. Tool and Gage Maker, Operating Manual Machines, Lathes ,Bridgeport's, and Surface Grinders.

Independently perform a variety of tool and gage making functions to support various machines and equipment within the business unit and other areas of the facility

Typical tasks include, but are not limited to the following:

• Read and work from blueprints, sketches, drawings, and piece samples, layout durable tools for the purpose of machining and/or inspection
• Perform machining processes to conduct alterations and necessary repairs on tools, gages and fixtures
• Understand the use and care of basic hand tools and precision measuring equipment to complete complex compound angled set‑ups
• Perform set‑ups with proficiency, in a safe manner
• Ensure that all fixtures and gages (simple and complex) are calibrated and/or fabricated to specifications
• Provide written and verbal technical support to internal and external customers
• Understand and work to the Pratt & Whitney tool‑related procedures
• Fabricate and Calibrate ID/OD gages for inspection of diameters; precisely compute compound angles
• Ensure that tools are properly identified with all information including tool number, weight and change letter
• Execute related SAP transactions thoroughly and accurately
• Adhere to procedures for machine sign‑in, clean‑up and maintenance of equipment, clocking procedures, tooling sign‑out for inventory management, and vacation scheduling
• Follow EHS guidelines and procedures such as use of proper P.P.E., following Job Safety Analysis work sheets and watch for the safety of co‑workers
• Work to ACE initiatives following guidelines; contribute to continuous improvement of all work related functions
• Flexibility around shifts, for training and to maintain workflow, to include overtime
• Ability to manage multiple competing priorities simultaneously
• Experince working on a HAAS or TRAK milling machine or lathe is a plus.
• This is an amazing opportunity on 2nd shift.

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
• 5+ years of relevant experience, or 3+ years w/completed certificate or post‑secondary degree in related field

Qualifications We Prefer

• 5+ years of tool & gage making experience with completed technical certificate / post‑secondary degree in related field, trade or tool & gage making program
• Demonstrated knowledge of advanced shop math, algebra, trigonometry, and geometry
• Understand the use and care of machinery, basic hand tools and precision measuring equipment
• Working knowledge of silver and soft soldering
• Working knowledge of welding and heat treat applications

What We Offer

The salary range for this role is $29.42-$55.30. 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)
• 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

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.

Typically requires HS diploma (or equivalent, e.g. G.E.D in the US) or vocational/ technical education in related discipline with a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience