Furnace Operator - Pilot Plant - 7th Shift (Onsite)

RTX•Clayville, NY

5d•Onsite

About The Position

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. Pratt & Whitney is a world leader in the design, manufacture and service of aircraft engines and auxiliary power systems and has been revolutionizing modern flight for over 100 years. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

Requirements

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.

Responsibilities

Perform various cleaning, monitoring and securing operations to assist in the set-up of a rotary atomization furnace.
Work from verbal and written instructions to perform repetitive tasks before and after the 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
Adhere to CORE guidelines and perform CORE duties as required
Adhere to all EH & S guidelines, including wearing of required personal protective equipment