3rd shift Jobs in Waco, TX

Date Posted:

2026-07-08

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-OH-TROY-101 ~ 101 Waco St ~ WACO

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.

Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

3rd Shift: 11:00pm-7:00am Mon-Fri

What You Will Do

• Work with production control to create a week-by-week schedule and assign operators accordingly.
• Work with QE’s & ME’s to improve processes within the cell in order to improve efficiency/eliminate rework/scrap.
• Work with 1st and 3rd shift supervisors on priorities and needs.
• Establish recovery plans where necessary in enough time to recover daily / weekly misses before they impact the month/quarter.
• Roll-up, consolidate, speak to overall cell results (control tower ownership)
• Ensure robust root cause and corrective actions (DAISE) for any major monthly misses (red metrics) at the Cell Control Tower levels.
• Ensure celebrations of ‘wins’ when Cells perform at an exceptional level.
• Execute Macro Plan activities throughout the year including support of 4x annual Lean Leadership Weeks

People:

• Responsible for communicating, training, guidance, and counsel of hourly associates to ensure the cell actively supports Continuous Improvement strategies, methodologies, and philosophies (5S, Flow, Ahead/Behind – visual management, SWIP management, Line Back Logistics, Product / Process Family definition, etc.)
• Direct the activities of operators, including training, performance appraisals, discipline, safety, communications, and opportunity resolution.
• Create a culture of ownership, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Lean Transformation:

• Partner with CORE / CI to support the site transformation journey; support the transformation roadmap.
• Create/align cells through product/process family alignment IAW defined plans.
• Implement JIT/JIS Materials Management philosophy.
• Ensure the cell implements and operates ‘daily’ to the 6 principles of Ops Management
• Adhere to Standard Work (Time based standard work for all functions)
• Use Closed Loop Systems (corrective actions) for all losses

Positively affect performance metrics including, but not limited to:

• Output
• Hours
• On Time Delivery
• Inventory (WIP)(SWIP to WIP ratio approaching 1)
• Lead Time (Days to Manufacture) decreases.
• Productivity / Efficiency / Utilization / OEE increases.
• Yield / Process Capability increases.
• Schedule Stabilization improvement
• Safety (First Aid, recordables, lost time)
• SRR (scrap, rework and repair)
• Lead special projects as needed.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience
• 1 or more years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in Operations related Management roles (hands on supervision).
• Experience demonstrating technical knowledge of manufacturing processes (machining/special processing/assembly).
• Experience utilizing Microsoft Office- Excel, Word, and PowerPoint skills.

Qualifications We Prefer

• SAP knowledge
• Lean Manufacturing experience.
• Experience in leading cross-functional teams
• Direct working experience of the Troy W&B Site / Products.
• Aerospace work environment experience.
• Automotive production system experience (Lean, ACE, TPS, DBS, etc.)

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!

Operations, Supply Chain and EH&S:

The next chapter of our future as an aerospace company is here, and we are excited about what this means for our employees and customers! Get onboard the Collins Aerospace Operations team and play a part in managing our innovative products from inception to delivery. The Operations team continues to grow and aims to strengthen the connection of Manufacturing Operations, Supply Chain and Environment, Health & Safety (EH&S) across Collins Aerospace. In this dynamic environment, you will have the opportunity to network across our businesses and functions, all while improving the productivity, quality and efficiency of our operations worldwide.

Collins Aerospace, a RTX company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio and expertise to solve customers’ toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market.