Lab Assistant , 2nd shift ( Onsite)

RTX • Wells, ME

8d • Onsite

About The Position

At RTX, the world 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. This is an amazing opportunity on the 2nd shift . 3:00pm-1:00am , Monday-Thursday FUNCTION: The Lab Assistant is a MCL position in which a new team member trains and learns critical MCL skills. Note: Upon successful completion of the Lab Assistant OJT and North Berwick Career Pathways Sheet, the Lab Assistant is eligible to be promoted directly to the S4 B Lab Technician role. This Lab Technician position in the P&W North Berwick Materials Control Lab will be fully dedicated to Material Process Control (MPC). The new Hire will train directly with senior MCL Technician’s and Supervision for no less than 1 year before independently approving calibration reports.

Requirements

• High School or General Equivalency Diploma
• 3+ years of experience working with thermal manufacturing processes and equipment or a completed degree/certificate from a post-secondary or vocational school in a related field with 1+ years related experience
• Excellent computer and documentation skills
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Experience using SAP, Microsoft Excel, and Documentum software

Nice To Haves

• 5+ years of experience working with thermal equipment in a manufacturing environment
• Experience with delicate equipment, electronic devices, and digital controllers
• Familiarity with thermal calibration and processing equipment (such as ovens, furnaces, pyrometers, thermocouples, temp. sensors, etc.)
• Flexibility around shifts, for training and to maintain workflow, to include overtime

Responsibilities

• Manage calibration and preventative maintenance (PM) of delicate instrumentation used in a Quality Laboratory setting
• Ensure appropriate documentation and traceability of calibration and testing results
• Manage routine thermal processing equipment audits/surveys
• Assist senior technicians with methods, techniques, standards, and use of calibration equipment
• Maintain and answer for calibration of thermal equipment during customer and internal audits
• Review specifications and requirements. Make thoughtful decisions to best meet requirements imposed
• Use computer equipment and learn new programs to best facilitate data input, review, reporting, and storage
• Maintain active dialogue with other groups, such as Engineering, Quality, Purchasing, Facilities, and Production
• Effectively collaborate with others to ensure timely completion of testing to support production goals
• Foster positive communication and attitude with coworkers and customers
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervision to meet business needs

Benefits

• Bonus Plan – eligible to participate in the Company's Aerospace Variable Plan (AVP)
• Comprehensive Benefits Program - medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• Paid time off including vacation, personal/sick time, and holidays
• Additional Leaves including short-term & long-term disability, parental leave, bereavement leave, jury duty coverage, and military leave
• Savings & Investment Plan with company match & employer contributions
• Flexible savings and spending accounts
• Employee Assistance Program with onsite and referral resources to support a Healthy You
• Employee Scholar Program – one of the most comprehensive company-sponsored employee education programs in the world (No waiting period!)
• Employee discounts and rebates program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees