Associate Machinist (1st shift, 4x10)

Woodward is committed to creating a great workplace for all team members. We are steadfastly committed to attracting the best talent across our communities, creating a rewarding workplace while fulfilling our purpose to design and deliver energy control solutions our partners count on to power a clean future.

Pay

Estimated hourly base pay: $18.27 - $24.04. Salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

Benefits

• Overtime pay
• Long-term incentive compensation in the form of equity
• Annual cash bonus opportunity for all members
• 401(k) match (4.5%)
• Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%)
• Tuition reimbursement and training/professional development opportunities
• 12 paid holidays
• Industry-leading medical, dental, and vision insurance (effective upon date of hire)
• Vacation, sick time, vacation buy-up, short-term disability, and bereavement leave
• Paid parental leave
• Adoption assistance
• Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits
• Member life & AD&D, long-term disability, and optional life insurance
• Member referral bonus
• Spouse/child optional life and optional AD&D insurance
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• Voluntary benefits, including home/auto insurance discounts, whole life insurance, critical illness insurance, legal assistance, and military leave

Schedule

1st shift, Monday to Thursday, 10-hour shifts starting at 5:00 AM.

Responsibilities

• Machine Operation: Performs basic setup and operates multiple CNC or manual (lathes/milling/Swiss/grinding-OD/ID) machines and other machinery to produce precision metal parts according to specifications. Performs supporting operations (e.g., manual material removal, sub-assembly) while following established procedures. Performs 1st piece inspections and may train in these processes.
• Process Adherence: Follows detailed work instructions to maintain production efficiency and accuracy. Ability to interpret engineering blueprints and basic GD&T knowledge.
• Quality Control: Uses various gages to inspect finished products to ensure compliance with quality standards. Records and maintains data per operating standards (SOP).
• Organization & Cleanliness: Proactively applies 5S principles, identifies opportunities to improve workstation organization and cleanliness, and ensures compliance with team standards. Assists in implementing new organizational practices as directed.
• Safety Mindset: Encourages adherence to safety protocols within the team.

Skills

• Technical Operation: Skilled in operating multiple CNC or manual machining equipment such as lathes, mills, Swiss, and OD/ID grinders. Proficient in supporting operations.
• Critical Thinking: Identifies gaps-to-standard and resolves or escalates them per standard processes/procedures. Analyzes problems, proposes solutions, and implements corrective actions with minimal supervision.
• Mechanical Aptitude: Solid understanding of mechanical systems and components. Ability to use inspection gaging and hand/power tools.
• Team Communication: Communicates effectively with team members and supervisors to support workflow and escalate immediate issues. Demonstrates Woodward's core values.
• Time Management: Proactively prioritizes time to complete assigned tasks within established schedules. Drives to maintain efficiency standards.
• Lean Mindset: Follows lean practices such as 5S and waste reduction. Participates in continuous improvement activities. Identifies inefficiencies and suggests improvements.
• Production Systems: Understands and adheres to standardized work and escalates when it cannot be followed. Actively participates in 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 to maintain high-quality standards. Follows instructions precisely and checks work for accuracy.
• Collaboration: Works cooperatively with team members to support overall team objectives and workflow. Accepts feedback, collaborates across teams, shares knowledge, and supports team goals.

This position requires use of information 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 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.