Pratt & Whitney is working to once again transform the future of flight—designing, building and servicing engines unlike any the world has ever seen. And because transformation begins from within, we’re seeking the people to drive it. So, calling all curious.
Come ready to explore and you’ll find a place where your talent takes flight—beyond the borders of title, a country, or your comfort zone. Bring your passion and commitment and we’ll welcome you into a tight-knit team that takes our mission personally. Channel your drive to make a difference into shaping an organization and an industry that’s evolving fast to the future.
Innovation through diversity of thought. At Pratt & Whitney, we believe diversity of thought enables creativity, innovation, and a foundation for inclusion. By fostering an inclusive culture, we accept a shared accountability and responsibility to recognize, sponsor, coach, hire and promote talent equally. We welcome our employees to be their whole - best - selves at work because trust, respect, and integrity, are a part of our DNA.
At Pratt & Whitney, the difference you make is on display every day. Just look up. Are you ready to go beyond?
What You Will Do
This is an amazing opportunity as a Thermal Spray Operator
BU: Shared Services
Job: Thermal Spray Operator
Shift: Weekend Shift Nights -AWW2 (Fri-Sun , 6p-6a)
Under the direction of supervision or working leader you will work from verbal, written or computer-generated instructions to perform pre-coating operations. Operations include surface preparation and masking duties. Responsibilities include applying coatings using a variety of equipment and media, as well as running test pieces to find acceptability of parts and coating equipment set up. You will need to have knowledge of shop mathematics and read work instructions. You will use micrometers to check work and adjust where necessary to maintain quality. Perform post coating tasks such as removing parts from fixtures, removing masking, troubleshooting, and diagnosing malfunctioning equipment. You will perform minor repairs on coating equipment where applicable. These repairs include but are not limited to the following:
Working from quality review and corrective work documents, or other similar instructions, to rework or repair coated parts, adapting existing or modified tooling, methods and techniques as required.
Assisting engineers and others in developing new or changed operations.
Making recommendations for changing and improving operating parameters and processes.
Working with team members to modify, install and repair coating equipment in assigned area.
Performing routine servicing throughout the assigned area following specified procedures and written instructions (such as operator’s checklist for upkeep) to assure equipment operates properly.
Referring any difficulties to leader or supervisor.
You are required to be flexible around shifts, including overtime, for training and to maintain workflow. We look for responsibility to handle multiple significant priorities at a time. You may be assigned to carry out tasks, not specifically listed, within the scope and skill level of this job description in support of department objectives and to develop individuals’ skills.
Qualifications You Must Have
1 + years of related experience, or a completed degree/certificate from a post-secondary or vocational school in a related field with 0-1+years related experience
High School or GED
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.
Qualifications We Prefer
Experience with metal finishing methods, spray coating/paint application, machining, grinding, and/or welding.
Experience with computerized machine operation.
Experience with precision measuring instruments such as feeler gauges, verniers, calipers and micrometers.
Knowledge of arithmetic involving decimals and fractions
Understand and follow oral and written instructions concerning work methods and procedures.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
Basic computer skills
Flexibility around shifts, for training and to maintain workflow, to include overtime.
Ability to manage multiple competing priorities simultaneously.
What We Offer
Bonus Plan – eligible to participate in the Companys 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
Learn More and Apply Now!
What is my role type?
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.
Pratt & Whitney North Berwick is a FAA regulated facility and as such under the U.S. Departments of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). This position is considered safety sensitive in accordance with FAA Guidelines. Candidate will be subject to drug and alcohol testing as a pre-employment contingency and also subject to ongoing random testing as an employee per FAA’s regulation 14 CFR part 120, as well as 49 CFR part 40.
Must be a U.S. Citizen. This position may require access to systems/tools that are restricted to individuals who possess US citizenship.