Furnace Operator S1 - 4th Shift (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2026-07-21

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-NY-CLAYVILLE-2395 ~ 2395 Main St ~ MAIN

Position Role Type:

Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Security Clearance Type:

None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status:

Not Required

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.

What You Will Do:

• Perform various cleaning, monitoring and securing operations to assist in the set-up of a vacuum atomization furnace.
• Work from verbal and written instructions to perform repetitive tasks before, after 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 furnace lid and coils. Cleaning the interior of the furnace chamber and “O” ring seal.
• 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 lid and tank.
• Utilizing electric hoist, remove and replace furnace lid from furnace chamber.
• 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 including a respirator & mask.
• 4th Shift: Friday, Saturday, Sunday 7:00am - 7:00pm

Qualifications You Must Have:

• HS diploma (or equivalent, e.g. G.E.D in the US)

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• Must have a strong attendance record

• Must have excellent interpersonal communication skills

• Must be able to work hours outside of the regular shift

• Must have good mechanical aptitude

• Must be able to wear a respirator

• The position requires ascending, descending stairs, standing for extended periods, bending, squatting, twisting, overhead reach, and lifting up to 25 pounds. 

What We Offer

• Medical, dental, vision benefits

• Life, short term disability, long term disability benefits

• Paid time off including vacation, sick leave, holidays

• 401-K with company match

• Other innovative benefits including deals and discounts

In addition to transforming the future of flight, we are also transforming how and where we work. We’ve introduced role types to help you understand how you will operate in our blended work environment. This role is:

• Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance workers, as they are essential to the development of our engines.

Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite and hybrid roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee’s personal responsibility.

The salary range for this role is $21.00/hr. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

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