Manufacturing Supervisor, Blades - Forge AWW Shift… at RTX · Midland

Date Posted: 2026-07-01

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 information under this program/contract.

Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status: Not Required

At RTX, the world 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.

AWW1 Shift Hours are Friday, Saturday & Sunday 7AM-7PM

What You Will Do:

• Oversee daily forging operations to ensure production targets, quality standards, and safety requirements are met
• Supervise and coordinate forge team members, including scheduling, task assignment, and performance management; address employee concerns, enforce policies, and maintain a positive team environment
• Monitor equipment (presses, furnaces) to ensure proper operation and coordinate with maintenance for repairs
• Enforce safety protocols, PPE compliance, and safe handling of high-temperature materials and heavy equipment; ensure adherence to work instructions, process specifications, and quality standards
• Identify and troubleshoot forging defects (e.g., underfill, cracks, laps) and implement corrective actions; collaborate with engineering and quality teams to improve processes and resolve technical issues
• Track production metrics, downtime, and efficiency; report on KPIs to management; train and develop operators on forging techniques, equipment use, and standard work
• Manage material flow, including billet handling, heating cycles, and finished part movement; support continuous improvement initiatives (lean manufacturing, waste reduction, cycle time improvement)
• Maintain documentation, shift reports, and production records; coordinate shift handoffs to ensure continuity of operations
• Ensure compliance with company policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements

What You Will Learn

• Hands-on experience with forging processes, including material behavior at high temperatures and deformation techniques
• Deep understanding of forge equipment (presses, hammers, furnaces) and how to optimize their performance
• Advanced troubleshooting skills for common forging defects and process variability
• Leadership and team management skills in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• How to balance safety, quality, and production demands in real-time operations
• Exposure to cross-functional collaboration with Engineering, Maintenance, Quality, and Operations teams
• Data-driven decision-making using production metrics, KPIs, and efficiency tracking
• Continuous improvement methodologies such as lean manufacturing and waste reduction
• Best practices in workplace safety, hazard mitigation, and regulatory compliance
• Effective communication and escalation techniques within a structured manufacturing environment
• Planning and execution of production schedules to meet business targets
• Coaching, training, and developing a skilled hourly workforce

Qualifications You Must Have

• Bachelor's Degree and minimum 2 or more years of experience in an engineering, manufacturing operations, quality or related environment or an Associate's Degree and 4 or more years of experience in an engineering, manufacturing operations, quality or related environment
• In absence of a degree, High School diploma or equivalent and 6 or more years of experience in an engineering, manufacturing operations, quality or related industrial environment
• Understanding of internal and external customer expectations/requirements to resolving findings
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience in a supervisory/team lead capacity
• Understanding of CORE/Lean manufacturing tools and concepts
• SAP user experience

Please ensure the role type defined below is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. This position is classified as:

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

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.

The salary range for this role is 68,900 USD - 131,100 USD. 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.

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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