Cell Leader - Advanced Casting Foundry (ACF)

Job Description

Date Posted:
2026-09-21

Country:
United States of America

Location:
US-NC-ASHEVILLE-330 ~ 330 Pratt Whitney Blvd ~ PRATT WHITNEY

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.
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.
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.
At Pratt & Whitney, the difference you make is on display every day. Just look up. Are you ready to go beyond?
Pratt & Whitney is constructing an Advanced Casting Foundry (ACF) within its Asheville, NC factory. We're looking for experienced Cell Leader can assist the ACF with site startup on-site, and be heavily involved in long-term production planning.
What You Will Do:
We are seeking a highly motivated, technically talented individual, who has a true desire to lead and coach in a dynamic operations environment to support ACF as a Supervisor. In this role you will be assisting with the start up of the facility, onboard, train and provide direction to skilled employees, leading employee engagement, and driving continuous improvement efforts guided by our Control Tower objectives.
Additionally, you will lead sustained improvements in safety, quality, production, material procurement, and cost reduction through the system's various elements. In conjunction to daily supervisor responsibilities, project management, effective communication and execution with support group members is critical to the department's success.
Be part of a cross functional team charged with standing up a greenfield foundry in Asheville
Participate in process to identify and onboard operators to support facility standup
Lead employee engagement and continuous improvement efforts
Lead sustained improvements in safety, quality, production, material procurement, and cost reduction through the system's various elements
Perform daily supervisor responsibilities, project management, effective communication, and execution with support group members
Establish work schedules considering customer requirements, resource availability and other priorities
Provide leadership and direction with an emphasis on team building through daily toolbox meetings, effective communications, and in developing an efficient team that is responsive to production requirements and changes
Work dedicatedly to address issues and engage the workforce in achieving cell goals
Demonstrate a 100% dedication to Quality, Environment Health, and Safety (EHS) and Standard Production System (SPS)
Drive quality and customer satisfaction through CORE operating system / continuous improvement
Qualifications You Must Have:
A Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience, and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of related experience
Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite programs including Excel
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract
Qualifications We Prefer:
Experience working with all levels of management
SAP experience
Specialized knowledge of technical/operational practices and/or shop environment experience
Experience with continuous improvement principles & lean manufacturing
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.
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.
Hybrid: Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite. Ratio of time working onsite will be determined in partnership with your leader.
Remote: Employees who are working in Remote roles will work primarily offsite (from home). If you live withiAt 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.
Pratt & Whitney is constructing an Advanced Casting Foundry (ACF) within its Asheville, NC factory. We're looking for experienced Cell Leader can assist the ACF with site startup on-site, and be heavily involved in long-term production planning.
What You Will Do:
We are seeking a highly motivated, technically talented individual, who has a true desire to lead and coach in a dynamic operations environment to support ACF as a Supervisor. In this role you will be assisting with the start up of the facility, onboard, train and provide direction to skilled employees, leading employee engagement, and driving continuous improvement efforts guided by our Control Tower objectives.
Additionally, you will lead sustained improvements in safety, quality, production, material procurement, and cost reduction through the system's various elements. In conjunction to daily supervisor responsibilities, project management, effective communication and execution with support group members is critical to the department's success.
Be part of a cross functional team charged with standing up a greenfield foundry in Asheville
Participate in process to identify and onboard operators to support facility standup
Lead employee engagement and continuous improvement efforts
Lead sustained improvements in safety, quality, production, material procurement, and cost reduction through the system's various elements
Perform daily supervisor responsibilities, project management, effective communication, and execution with support group members
Establish work schedules considering customer requirements, resource availability and other priorities
Provide leadership and direction with an emphasis on team building through daily toolbox meetings, effective communications, and in developing an efficient team that is responsive to production requirements and changes
Work dedicatedly to address issues and engage the workforce in achieving cell goals
Demonstrate a 100% dedication to Quality, Environment Health, and Safety (EHS) and Standard Production System (SPS)
Drive quality and customer satisfaction through CORE operating system / continuous improvement
Qualifications You Must Have:
A Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience, and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of related experience
Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite programs including Excel
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract
Qualifications We Prefer:
Experience working with all levels of management
SAP experience
Specialized knowledge of technical/operational practices and/or shop environment experience
Experience with continuous improvement principles & lean manufacturing
What We Offer:
This position offers a shift differential while working on 2nd Shift / Weekend Night Shift
Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
Short-term disability, long-term disability and parental leave
401(k) match
Flexible spending accounts
Employee assistance program
Employee Scholar Program (No waiting period!)
Paid time off including: 3 weeks of vacation, 5 personal sick days, 3 unpaid days for unique situations at supervisor discretion, 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