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... Machinist I position available. You will produce machined parts by setting up and operating a CNC and using precision hand measuring tools (micrometers, calipers, indicators, etc.) * 3rd Shift:

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... Machinist I position available. You will produce machined parts by setting up and operating a CNC and using precision hand measuring tools (micrometers, calipers, indicators, etc.) * 3rd Shift:

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Use hand tools to complete production tasks Available Schedules: * 1st Shift * 2nd Shift * 3rd Shift * Overtime available based on production needs Machine Operator Requirements: * At least 1 year of ...

... Machinist I position available. You will produce machined parts by setting up and operating a CNC and using precision hand measuring tools (micrometers, calipers, indicators, etc.) * 2nd Shift:

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... Machinist I position available. You will produce machined parts by setting up and operating a CNC and using precision hand measuring tools (micrometers, calipers, indicators, etc.) * 1st Shift:

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... Machinist I position available. You will produce machined parts by setting up and operating a CNC and using precision hand measuring tools (micrometers, calipers, indicators, etc.) * 1st Shift:

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As of Aug 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for 3rd shift machine operator in Buda, TX is $17.35, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.43 and $18.61 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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3rd Shift Machine Operators often encounter challenges such as maintaining focus during overnight hours, managing fatigue, and adapting to a quieter or less supervised work environment. To overcome these, it’s important to establish a consistent sleep schedule, stay hydrated, and take advantage of scheduled breaks to prevent burnout. Operators are encouraged to communicate regularly with team members across shifts to ensure seamless handovers and address any issues that arise. Many companies offer shift differentials and support programs to help 3rd shift workers manage these challenges effectively.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a 3rd shift machine operator, and why are they important?

To thrive as a 3rd Shift Machine Operator, you need mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and a high school diploma or equivalent, often with prior manufacturing experience. Familiarity with industrial machinery, safety protocols, and often basic computer systems or machine interface panels is expected. Reliability, problem-solving, and the ability to work independently during overnight hours are important soft skills. These skills ensure safe, efficient operation of equipment, minimal downtime, and consistent production quality during less supervised shifts.

What is a 3rd shift machine operator?

3rd Shift Machine Operators are employees who operate and monitor machinery during the overnight or late-night shift, typically from late evening to early morning. Their responsibilities include setting up machines, performing routine maintenance, ensuring quality control, and troubleshooting equipment issues. Working the third shift often requires attention to safety protocols, the ability to work independently, and adaptability to a nighttime work schedule. These roles are common in manufacturing, warehouse, and production environments where operations run 24/7.

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Machine Operator I - 3rd Shift

RTX

San Marcos, TX • On-site

$21 - $23/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 14 hours ago

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RTX rating

8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

Based on 86 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

39th of 72 rated aerospace companies


Job description

Date Posted:
2026-08-11
Country:
United States of America
Location:
US-TX-SAN MARCOS-2005 2005 Technology Wy TECHNOLOGY
Position Role Type:
Onsite
U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the company's immigration sponsorship now or in the future. The company will not offer immigration sponsorship for this position. The company will not seek an export authorization for this role.
Security Clearance Type:
None/Not Required
Security Clearance Status:
Not Required
Joining Collins Aerospace isn't just about finding a job; it's about embarking on a journey to redefine the future of aerospace technology.
Collins Aerospace, an 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.
The San Marcos, TX facility has a Machinist I position available. You will produce machined parts by setting up and operating a CNC and using precision hand measuring tools (micrometers, calipers, indicators, etc.)
  • 3rd Shift: Sunday-Thursday 11PM - 7:30AM
  • Compensation: $21/hr - 23/hr

What You Will Do
  • Assembles, repairs, and fabricates metal parts into sub-units or complete units using operating mechanical equipment.
  • Takes measurements of material and selects appropriate machines for the process.
  • Performs machining setups and adjusts as required.
  • Conducts inspections of work produced.
  • Checks SPC charts for frequency of checks, gauging, and measurements.
  • Keeps records and maintains quality/safety standards.
  • Preforms other duties as required.

Qualifications You Must Have
  • Typically requires a HS Diploma or GED
  • Experience in Interpreting blueprints, work orders, engineering plans, specifications, reference planes, designs sketches and geometric dimensions and tolerances (GD&T) for operation, material, and dimensional requirements.

Qualifications We Prefer
  • Experience operating a 5 Axis CNC Machine
  • Understand and able to interpret G&M Code

What We Offer
Some of our competitive benefits package includes:
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off after 121 days
  • 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, 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 & Apply Now!
Our Advanced Structures team leverages advanced materials and additive manufacturing to develop complex interior and exterior solutions. These solutions ensure structural integrity of the aircraft, help aircraft take off and land, stay trim in the air, move forward, carry cargo and conduct rescues. We delight our customers with superior products and best-in-class service. Our global team is committed to continuous improvement - we work hard to make our solutions lighter-weight, stronger and more technically advanced, so that plane travel can be safer, more affordable and more sustainable in the years to come. We are looking for the best and brightest to fly and land with us!
*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.
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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