CNC Machinist - 3rd Shift (Onsite)

RTX • Columbus, GA

9d • Onsite

About The Position

At Pratt & Whitney, the CNC Machinist will support the Columbus Forge team in manufacturing precision aerospace components for advanced aircraft engines. The role involves setting up, operating, and troubleshooting CNC machining equipment in a high-performance manufacturing environment. This is an onsite, third-shift position, Monday through Thursday, from 8:00 PM to 6:30 AM.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• U.S. citizenship is required because only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under the program or contract.

Nice To Haves

• CNC machining experience with Okuma and/or Fanuc controlled 4-axis turning lathes.
• Machining technical training, military training experience, or completion of a Certified Manufacturing Specialist Program.
• Experience with retooling, minor maintenance, changeovers, and first article inspection in a CNC Machinist role.
• Experience reading blueprints, schematics, and manuals.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite products.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and monitor CNC machines, lathes, and other machining equipment to manufacture precision aerospace components.
• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, specifications, and shop orders to determine machining requirements and select appropriate tooling.
• Perform dimensional inspections using precision measuring instruments to verify product quality and compliance with specifications and tolerances.
• Troubleshoot machine and process issues, perform routine equipment inspections, and support preventive maintenance activities to maximize uptime and productivity.
• Collect production data and collaborate with team members to support operational performance, continuous improvement, and production goals.
• Follow safety, environmental, quality, and 6S standards while maintaining a clean, organized, and efficient work environment.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Parental leave.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Employee Scholar Program with no waiting period.
• Three weeks of vacation, five personal sick days, and 12 paid government holidays.
• Possible annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation, depending on position level and collective-bargaining coverage; payments are not guaranteed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED