Lead Machine Operator V, 2nd Shift

Job Summary

This position is responsible for leading manufacturing tasks, such as calibration, welding, and machining, on highly complex parts/programs. The working lead will also serve as the primary training coordinator, independently analyze and resolve work problems, and collaborate with support staff to achieve On Time Delivery, Inventory, Cost of Poor Quality, efficiency, and company goals.

Main Responsibilities

• Serves as primary training coordinator for main discipline in all areas of the plant including support of aftermarket business as required by the business
• Perform calibration, welding, machining, and/or furnace operations on highly complex parts/programs
• Independently analyze and resolve work problems or assist workers in solving work problems to improve COPQ, OTD and costs
• Follow up with overall support staff (engineer, buyer/planner, customer service) and drive resolution of production issues
• Monitor daily production and minimize errors in the process, empowered to help troubleshoot issues and provide guidance to operators
• Ensure optimum usage of available resources and technology to achieve goals
• Collaborate with leadership and gains peers support to achieve daily operations and goals
• Support and drive continuous improvement deployment using the fundamentals of lean, lean daily management, six sigma, and employee involvement
• Conduct employee training on equipment operations, work, safety, procedures, paperwork, Quality Management System, etc. and provide continuous mentorship of new and current employees
• Perform process audits of employees to ensure employees are retaining skills and training knowledge to build overall team bench strength
• Support and follow all rules/guidelines/standards set by EHS, Quality, and CI functions as set by your leader and position
• Work extended shifts/overtime as required by the business
• Some Holiday hours may be required based on business need
• Ability to obtain FAR 145 repairman license if required by the business
• This is a 2nd shift position Monday through Friday 2pm – 10pm.

Requirements

• Typically requires a HS diploma or vocational/technical education in related discipline with a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience
• Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or granted refugee or asylee status)
• Certification in core discipline
• Certification on multiple programs labeled as complex in degree of difficulty

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated skill in executing specific goals and plans to prioritize organize and accomplish daily goals working at times with little or no supervision
• Demonstrated ability to train, mentor, and help others to improve their knowledge of skills, respected by their peers by setting the example for hard work and ethics
• Moderate proficiency of Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• General awareness of production processes, quality control, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods
• Working knowledge of continuous improvement tools and processes
• Working knowledge of manufacturing machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance, considered a technical expert in at least one discipline
• Demonstrated experience working on multiple complex programs in primary discipline and capable of working on several moderate programs in primary or additional disciplines
• Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of employees and management

What We Offer

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Optional coverages you can buy: pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
• Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
• Adoption Assistance
• Autism Benefit
• Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
• Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
• Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
• Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
• Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program

This position is not eligible for relocation assistance.

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

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 Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act.