Team Leader - 1st Shift (Onsite)

RTX•Grand Prairie, TX

18h•Onsite

About The Position

As a Team Leader, you will oversee daily production within an assigned manufacturing cell, ensuring aircraft components are processed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with RTX quality and regulatory standards. The role supports operational excellence, product integrity, and customer satisfaction while driving performance, continuous improvement, and employee development in alignment with RTX values and CORE operating principles. The position coordinates workflow across machining, inspection, welding, material preparation, and finishing processes; manages production schedules, labor allocation, assignments, and overtime planning; and monitors work in process to address constraints and support on-time delivery. The Team Leader trains and develops employees, conducts performance evaluations, handles disciplinary actions, communicates technical requirements, and ensures adherence to work instructions and standard procedures. The role also leads safety meetings, maintains an audit-ready work environment, collaborates with peer supervisors and cross-functional teams, and acts as supervisor when the Business Unit Manager is absent. This is an onsite, safety-sensitive position at Pratt & Whitney’s FAA-regulated Grand Prairie facility. U.S. citizenship is required because the role may access certain necessary systems. The selected candidate will be subject to pre-employment and ongoing drug and alcohol testing under applicable FAA regulations.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent, such as a GED, and at least 2 years of relevant experience.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to solve practical problems and manage multiple operational variables.
Ability to interpret technical documentation, safety requirements, and procedural guidelines.
U.S. citizenship is required.

Nice To Haves

5 years of experience in manufacturing or operations with demonstrated leadership capability.
Experience working within an FAA repair station environment.
Experience leading skilled technicians in production, repair, or refurbishment operations.
Experience using SAP and Solumina systems.
A&P certificate or eligibility for an FAA repairman’s certificate.

Responsibilities

Lead cell operations to meet safety, quality, cost, and delivery targets.
Promote continuous improvement using CORE methodologies and engage employees in problem-solving and waste reduction.
Drive Environmental, Health & Safety compliance and ensure adherence to RTX standards and governing regulations.
Coordinate daily workflow across machining, inspection, welding, material preparation, and finishing processes.
Execute and manage production schedules, labor allocation, daily assignments, and overtime planning.
Monitor work in process, identify constraints, and implement corrective actions to maintain production flow and on-time delivery.
Train and develop team members, supporting skill readiness, cross-training, and alignment with RTX competency expectations.
Conduct performance evaluations and manage disciplinary actions in accordance with company policies and procedures.
Interpret and communicate technical specifications, drawings, and job orders.
Ensure Standard Work, Operating Procedures, and work instructions are followed consistently.
Partner with peer supervisors and cross-functional teams to maintain alignment, resolve issues, and support shared objectives.
Lead weekly toolbox meetings to reinforce safety, communicate priorities, and provide operational clarity.
Maintain a clean, organized, and audit-ready work environment.
Serve as acting supervisor during the Business Unit Manager’s absence.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
Life insurance and short- and long-term disability benefits.
Paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
401(k) with company match.
Deals and discounts.
Flexible spending accounts.
Flexible work schedules.
Employee assistance program.
Employee Scholar Program.
Parental leave.
Potential annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation, depending on position level and collective-bargaining coverage.