Forge Press Operator - Weekend Night Shift (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2026-09-18

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-GA-MIDLAND-MPC ~ 8801/8987 Macon Rd ~ BLDG MPC

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 certain necessary systems.

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.

Job Summary: Join Pratt & Whitney's Columbus Forge team and play a critical role in manufacturing precision aerospace components that power the world's most advanced aircraft. As a Forge Team Member, you'll operate and monitor forging equipment, perform quality inspections, and help ensure every part meets the highest standards for safety, quality, and performance.

This is a Weekend Night Shift position: Friday - Sunday, 7:00 pm - 7:00 am

What You Will Do:

• Set up, operate, and monitor forging presses and related equipment to shape metal into precision aerospace components.

• Read work instructions, blueprints, and specifications to perform machine setups and produce parts within required tolerances.

• Inspect and measure forged parts using precision measuring tools to verify compliance with quality standards.

• Install, adjust, and remove dies, fixtures, and tooling while monitoring equipment performance and identifying potential issues.

• Work safely and collaboratively with teammates to maintain production flow, troubleshoot equipment, and support continuous improvement.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• High School Diploma or GED

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Manufacturing experience operating production equipment, performing machine setups, conducting quality inspections, or working in a heavy industrial environment.

• Experience reading blueprints and using precision measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, or gauges.

• Experience performing machine setups, tooling or die changes, and equipment adjustments.

• Experience working in an aerospace, automotive, metals, or heavy manufacturing environment.

What We Offer:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage.

• Short-term and long-term disability, plus parental leave.

• 401(k) plan with company match.

• Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care.

• Employee Assistance Program for personal and professional support.

• Employee Scholar Program with no waiting period.

• Generous paid time off includes 3 weeks of vacation, 5 personal sick days, and 12 paid government holidays.

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.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company's performance.

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act.

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