Pratt & Whitney · 1 month ago
Bench Mechanic, 2nd Shift (Onsite)
Pratt & Whitney is a leader in aerospace innovation, and they are seeking a Bench Mechanic for their 2nd shift operations. The role involves performing pre-coating operations, minor repairs on coating equipment, and ensuring parts meet quality requirements while working from various instructions.
Aviation & Aerospace
Responsibilities
Work from verbal, written or computer-generated instructions to perform pre-coating operations
Operations include surface preparation and masking duties
Perform post coating tasks such as removing parts from fixtures, removing masking, troubleshooting, and diagnosing malfunctioning equipment
You will perform minor repairs on coating equipment where applicable
Perform deburring, blending, polishing countersinking, grinding, drilling or grit blast operations using a variety of hand and power tools and equipment on surfaces and details of aerospace engine components
Perform Total Preventive Maintenance on applicable machines/equipment as required
Check parts to meet visual and dimensional requirements using various measuring equipment/tools including micrometers, verniers, height gages and other fixed gages
Assure completed parts meet quality requirements
Work from oral and written instructions to remove burrs, nicks, and scratches on parts
Assisting engineers and others in developing new or changed operations
Making recommendations for changing and improving operating parameters and processes
Referring any difficulties to leader or supervisor
You are required to be flexible around shifts, including overtime, for training and to maintain workflow
We look for responsibility to handle multiple significant priorities at a time
You 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 and to develop individuals’ skills
Qualification
Required
0-1 years of related experience, or a completed degree/certificate from a post-secondary or vocational school in a related field with 0-1+ years related experience
High School or GED
Preferred
Experience with metal finishing methods, spray coating/paint application, machining, grinding, and/or welding
Experience with computerized machine operation
Experience with precision measuring instruments such as feeler gauges, verniers, calipers and micrometers
Knowledge of arithmetic involving decimals and fractions
Understand and follow oral and written instructions concerning work methods and procedures
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
Basic computer skills
Flexibility around shifts, for training and to maintain workflow, to include overtime
Ability to manage multiple competing priorities simultaneously
Benefits
Bonus Plan – eligible to participate in the Company's Aerospace Variable Plan (AVP)
Comprehensive Benefits Program - medical, dental, vision and life insurance
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
Company
Pratt & Whitney
Pratt & Whitney, an RTX business, is a global leader in propulsion systems, powering the most advanced aircraft in the world, and we are shaping the future of aviation.
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