Pratt & Whitney · 4 days ago
Furnace Operator- RA - 6th Shift (Onsite)
Clayville, NY
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$21/hr - $21/hrPratt & Whitney is focused on transforming the future of flight by designing and servicing advanced engines. The Furnace Operator role involves various responsibilities related to the operation and maintenance of a rotary atomization furnace, including loading materials, cleaning equipment, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.
Aviation & Aerospace
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Perform various cleaning, monitoring and securing operations to assist in the set-up of a rotary atomization furnace
Load charge into crucible making sure amount, type and elements match specifications
Work from verbal and written instructions to perform repetitive tasks before and after a pour and when required during the atomization process
Assist in preparing raw material charges, running the furnace control board, making minor repairs on the furnace, atomization chamber, and other auxiliary equipment, cleaning the atomization chamber, carry out housekeeping duties
Assist in the removal and replacement of coils and cleaning the interior of the furnace chamber
Clean raw material charge and transport to charge area
As directed assist in the attachment and detachment of gas, electric, and water lines to furnace
Clean inside of crucibles, patch cracks and performs other repair tasks of crucible prior to next run
May be required to carry out tasks not specifically listed, within the scope and skill level of this position in support of department objectives and to develop one’s skills
Support the cell’s continuous improvement and all CORE and EH&S initiatives, including wearing required personal protective equipment
Refer difficulties to Supervisor or Team Leader
May be assigned to tasks not specifically listed within the scope and skill level of this job description in support of department objectives and to develop individual skills
Qualification
Required
HS diploma (or equivalent, e.g. G.E.D. in the US)
Must have a good attendance record
Must have strong communication skills
Must be able to work from heights – up to 60'
Must be able to wear a respirator
Must have strong mechanical aptitude
The position requires ascending, descending stairs, standing for extended periods, bending, squatting, twisting, overhead reach, and lifting up to 25 pounds
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.
Founded in 1925
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Brad Scobbo
Executive Director & CFO, Commercial Engines GTF Programs
Christian Robertson
Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, Military Engines
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