Prodctn​/Maint, Machinist​/Ops - 3rd Shift; Onsite

Overview

Pratt & Whitney is seeking a Production/Maintenance Machinist for the 3rd Shift (11:30PM – 6:30AM). Training on 1st or 2nd shift may be required. Position is onsite at Middletown, CT. U.S. Person required. No security clearance needed.

• Set up and operate one machine tool or process equipment type, and operate more than one unrelated machine tool or process equipment type within an assigned area to produce precision turbine engine parts.
• Follow methods, procedures and processes that are well developed and use the required tooling, gaging and fixturing.
• Work under the direction of a leader/supervisor, using verbal and written instructions, operation sheets, drawings and other pertinent information.
• Use manual or numerically controlled machine tools such as milling, boring, grinding, turning, broaching and shaping machines to achieve the required dimensional specifications.
• Recognize indications of dull or damaged cutting tools and replace them as needed.
• Perform bench, assembly and surface‑finishing operations such as deburring, blending, trimming and fitting, using a variety of hand and power tools.
• Follow prescribed methods and procedures to perform drilling, riveting and bonding operations to assemble various details in producing a finished part.
• Operate part‑marking equipment.
• Use a variety of media, dry or liquid, to perform cleaning or part preparation and finishing operations.
• Operate tumbling, grit blast, shot peen, buffing and polishing equipment, wash machines and dip tanks for part surface conditioning.
• Apply masking as required.
• Perform applications of anti‑gall and polymite coatings, utilizing dry‑bake ovens to cure.
• Utilize a variety of fixed or variable measuring instruments to check dimensions and part features.
• Operate OpCert and other computer‑based systems to retrieve and store information and records.
• Perform routine servicing throughout the assigned area following specified procedures and written instructions, such as operators’ checklists, to upkeep and ensure equipment operates properly.
• May be required to train for, obtain and maintain licenses, operator permits and certifications within the assigned area.

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum 6 months of experience.
• Priority consideration is given to candidates who are INTERNAL (and recall) to the Pratt & Whitney IAM Bargaining Unit members of District Lodge 26 and Affiliated Locals 700 and 1746 (Connecticut Operations).

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 depend upon the business unit and whether the position is covered by a collective‑bargaining agreement.

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 the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.