Welder , Weekend Shift ( Onsite)

RTX • North Berwick, ME

1d • $18 - $34 • Onsite

About The Position

The Welder joins Pratt & Whitney’s Operations Team, welding jet engine components at an onsite aerospace manufacturing facility. Under the direction of a supervisor or working leader, the Welder plans and performs hand fusion, machine welding, and other metal-joining processes to fabricate or repair parts. The work uses standard tools and methods, which may be altered as needed to achieve the desired results.

The position is on the AWW weekend shift: Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, 5:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Employees work 36 hours and are paid for 40 hours. The role offers training in aerospace manufacturing skills, systems, and processes, on-the-job experience with advanced technology, and training and advancement opportunities in a supportive team environment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 1 year of related experience, or a completed degree or certificate from a post-secondary or vocational school in a related field with 0–1+ years of related experience.
• U.S. citizenship; the posting states that only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under the program or contract.

Nice To Haves

• Certify and maintain a welding certification in a minimum of two metal groups.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent computer skills.
• Flexibility around shifts for training and workflow, including overtime.
• Ability to manage multiple competing priorities simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Plan and perform hand and/or machine welding and associated metal-joining processes to fabricate or repair parts.
• Work from drawings, sketches, welding machine schedules, and verbal or written instructions.
• Set equipment, gas flow, and other parameters to obtain quality welds.
• Prepare parts for welding, align details, and secure them in position.
• Operate computer-controlled welding equipment, activate machine welding cycles, or manipulate a hand welding torch to complete welding cycles.
• Use X-ray film or a black-light process to determine the extent of required repairs; build up finished machine surfaces and repair cracks and other imperfections.
• Use fixed and variable measuring instruments to check dimensions and record results.
• Perform routine servicing in the assigned area according to specified procedures and written instructions, including operator checklists, to help ensure equipment operates properly.
• Maintain appropriate metal-joining certifications.
• Perform similar duties as assigned and refer difficult problems to a supervisor or working leader.
• May be assigned tasks not specifically listed.

Benefits

• Eligible to participate in the Aerospace Variable Plan (AVP) bonus plan.
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal/sick time, and holidays.
• Additional leave, including short-term and long-term disability, parental leave, bereavement leave, jury duty coverage, and military leave.
• Savings and Investment Plan with company match and employer contributions.
• Flexible savings and spending accounts.
• Employee Assistance Program with onsite and referral resources.
• Employee Scholar Program with 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