Operation Technician (Level 23) Okuma Multi-Axis Lathe (Weekends 1st shift)

Woodward is committed to creating a great workplace for all team members. Our company and its members are committed to acting with integrity being respectful and accountable to one another and staying humble and driven while maintaining the highest professional and ethical standards.

We are steadfastly committed to attracting the best talent across our communities creating a rewarding workplace. Together we are fulfilling our purpose to design and deliver energy control solutions our partners count on to power a clean future.

Woodward supports our members wellbeing and regularly benchmarks with other companies in our industry to offer an extensive Total Reward package for this position. Salary will be determined by the applicants education experience knowledge skills and abilities as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

• Level 2: Estimated Pay $21.15(minimum) - $27.40(midpoint) - $33.65(maximum) Plus shift differential and overtime

• Level 3: Estimated Pay $25.00(minimum) - $32.69(midpoint) - $39.90(maximum) Plus shift differential and overtime

Benefits below pertain to both levels listed

• All members included in annual cash bonus opportunity.

  • 401(k) match (4.5%)

  • Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%)

  • Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members

• 12 paid holidays including floating holidays.

• Industry leading medical dental and vision Insurance upon date of hire

• Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave.

• Paid parental leave.

• Adoption Assistance

• Employee Assistance Program including mental health benefits.

• Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life

• Member referral bonus

• Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending

• Voluntary benefits including:

• Home / Auto Insurance discounts

• Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave

Are you ready to take the next step in your career If you have manufacturing experience and want to be part of a fantastic organization we have a great opportunity for you! Woodward located in Loves Park IL is hiring a 1st shift All Weekend Shift Operations Technician (Friday-Sunday 3:00 AM - 3:30 PM) to support our B300 CNC machines at the Loves Park this role youll be responsible for producing aerospace parts and components. Whether youre an experienced machine operator or looking to grow your manufacturing skills we encourage you to apply today!

Key Responsibilities:

• Operations: Follows documented procedures solves problems with known outcomes to meet standards supports training of other members andprovidesimprovement opportunities to standard work. Flexes and supports the full product line in various processes/ capacities.

• Process:Maintainskey process variables to ensure consistency and quality in operations. Accurately logs daily operations and resolves or escalates concerns. Follows standard operating procedures. Supportstrainingof other opportunities to standard work.

• Quality Control:Participatesto improveclarity and accuracy in documented processes and procedures.

• Organization & Cleanliness: Proactively applies 5S principlesidentifiesopportunities to improve workstation organization and cleanliness and ensures compliance with team implementing new organizational practices as directed.

• Safety Mindset: Encourages adherence to safety protocols within the team.

Key Skills:

• Technical Capability: Understands and follows technical instructions and standard operating procedures (SOPs). Troubleshoots routine technical product issues.

• Problem Resolution:Identifiesgap-to-standard and resolves or escalates them per standard processes/procedures. Analyzes problems proposes solutions and implements corrective actions with minimal supervision.

• Mechanical Aptitude:Demonstratesunderstanding of mechanical systems and tools and equipment safely and effectively. Can produce products and setup equipment to support varying processes.

• Team Communication: Communicates effectively with team members and supervisors to support workflow and escalate immediate issues. Demonstrates Woodwards Core Values.

• Time Management: Proactively prioritizes time to complete assigned tasks within established schedules. Drives tomaintainefficiency standards.

• Lean Mindset: Follows lean practices such as 5S and waste reduction. Participates in continuous improvement and suggests improvements.

• Production Systems: Understands and adheres to standardized work and escalates when cannot be followed. Activelyparticipatesin the daily management system.

• Computer Skills: Uses basic software (e.g. email spreadsheets data entry tools) to complete tasks.

• Attention to Detail: Ensures precision in tasks tomaintainhigh quality standards. Followsinstructions precisely and checks work for accuracy.

• Collaboration: Works cooperatively with team members to support overall teamobjectivesand workflow. Works well with team members and accepts feedback. Collaborates across teams shares knowledge and supports team goals.

Additional Requirements:

Moderate physical activity requires agility and dexterity including walking standing or bending;

and lifting or moving objects. Work is performed in an area with moderate risk or discomfort that

may require special safety precautions such as wearing protective clothing or gear. May be

required to pass Near Vision and/or Color Vision examinations.

Successful candidates typically have:

Level II:

• Previous CNC machining experience preferred

• Extensive mechanical aptitude is highly beneficial

• GD&T experience highly desired

Level III:

• 3 or more years of experience within a manufacturing setting desired

• Previous CNC machining experience preferred

• Extensive mechanical aptitude is highly beneficial

• GD&T experience highly desired

This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be U.S. Persons within the meaning of the ITAR and EAR or eligible to obtain all required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce. The ITAR defines a U.S. Person as a U.S. citizen or national lawful permanent resident (i.e. Green Card holder) or a protected person (e.g. asylee or refugee).

Woodward is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race color religion sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity) national origin age disability protected veteran status or any other category protected under federal state or local laws.