Mechanical Assembler III, Lead - 2nd Shift (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2026-03-17

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-NC-WILSON-4200 ~ 4200 Airport Dr ~ BLDG 4200

Position Role Type:

Onsite

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

This job requires a U.S. Person. A U.S. Person is a lawful permanent resident as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or who is a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, U.S. permanent residents, or individuals granted refugee or asylee status in the U.S. are considered U.S. persons. For a complete definition of “U.S. Person” go here. https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-22/chapter-I/subchapter-M/part-120/subpart-C/section-120.62

Security Clearance Type:

None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status:

Not Required

The Mechanical Assembler III Lead is responsible for coordinating daily production activities while performing and overseeing high-quality assembly work in support of program and customer requirements. This role ensures production priorities are met, workmanship and compliance standards are upheld, and continuous improvement initiatives are supported through effective collaboration, technical expertise, and adherence to safety, quality, and operational expectations.

This is a 2nd shift position with the following hours: Monday-Friday; 3:00-11:00 PM (Overtime may be required)

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Assist supervisor and/or provide direction and leadership to specified work cell(s) without having direct authority over employees. 

• Coordinate workflow and priorities through the production line.

• Become subject matter expert in assigned work cell(s).

• Ensure work is accomplished with high quality, in a timely fashion and is compliant with the company’s standards.

• Identify operational problems as they arise and communicate issues in a timely fashion.

• Measure employee performance and provide feedback to the employee and leadership team.

• Demonstrate proper usage of tools and workstation.

• Check work methods and results for conformance to standards and re-instruct as required.

• Ensure products produced meet quality standards, comply with applicable elements of quality systems, and meet customer expectations and deadlines.

• Provide preliminary review of employees for OJT sign-off.

• Communicate and document standard work changes.

• Comply with and ensure all EH&S guidelines are communicated and followed.

• Support Facilities and Engineering by inspecting calibrated equipment and ensuring compliance, entering work orders for down equipment, and ensuring employees are performing and adhering to 5S practices.

• Maintain materials, equipment, and work area in a clean and orderly condition.

• Position requires handling of raw explosive material.

• Position requires completion and clearance of ATF background check. 

QUALIFICATIONS YOU MUST HAVE:

• Typically requires HS diploma (or equivalent, e.g. G.E.D in the US) or vocational/ technical education in related discipline with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience.

• Must have two or more years experience in manufacturing.

QUALIFICATIONS WE PREFER:

• Prior experience leading a manufacturing cell/product line.

• Experience with interpreting schematics and/or technical drawings.

• Experience reading and/or interpreting documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

• Intermediate computer skills in terms of typing, navigating screens and learning new software programs.

Role Type

*Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role.

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.

Regardless of your role type, collaboration and innovation are critical to our business and all employees will have access to digital tools so they can work with colleagues around the world – and access to Collins sites when their work requires in-person meetings.

What We Offer

Some of our competitive benefits package includes:   

•       Medical, dental, and vision insurance. 

•       Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees. 

•       Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option.  

•       Tuition reimbursement program.

•       Student Loan Repayment Program. 

•       Life insurance and disability coverage. 

•       Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection. 

•       Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits. 

•       Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning.  

•       Adoption Assistance.           

•       Autism Benefit. 

•       Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions.  

•       Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program.

•       Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits.  

•       Bright Horizons, child and elder care services.

•       Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program.  

•       And more!  

Learn More and Apply Now!

Avionics delivers advanced cockpit displays, vision systems, and comprehensive digital solutions for global government, commercial and business aviation customers. We provide connectivity and managed data services to ensure safety and seamless communication for passengers, crews, and militaries, from aircraft and airports to air traffic management. Join us in creating solutions that connect the world, one flight at a time. Start your application today.

At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. And the bonds we form – with our customers and with each other -- propel us all higher, again and again. Apply now and be part of the team that’s redefining aerospace, every day.

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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