Pratt & Whitney · 9 hours ago
PRODUCTION MACHINIST -(Alternate Work Week)
Pratt & Whitney is a leader in aerospace manufacturing, and they are seeking a Production Machinist to set up and operate machine tools for producing precision turbine engine parts. The role involves following established methods to perform various machining tasks and ensuring the quality of finished parts.
Aviation & Aerospace
Responsibilities
Under the direction of leader/supervisor, work from verbal and written instructions, operation sheets, drawings and other pertinent information
Following established methods and procedures, 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
Refer difficulties to leader or supervisor
Perform routine servicing throughout the assigned area following specified procedures and written instructions, such as operators’ checklist, for upkeep and to ensure equipment operates properly
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
May be required to train for, obtain and maintain licenses, operator permits and certifications within assigned area
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma or GED
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract
2-4 years of relevant experience
Preferred
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)
Benefits
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
Holidays
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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