Operations Specialist II or III

About the role

Woodward is seeking an Operations Specialist to join the Advanced Manufacturing Engineering team at our Industrial Product Division in Fort Collins, Colorado. This role supports automation and advanced manufacturing projects by providing hands-on technical assistance.

Responsibilities

• Support Project Execution: Assist with implementation of advanced manufacturing and automation projects, including equipment installation, testing, validation, and production ramp activities.
• Contribute to Process Development & Implementation: Support development and documentation of manufacturing processes, standard work, and technical procedures for new equipment and technologies.
• Support Continuous Improvement: Provide input on process and equipment improvements identified during project activities. Support the application of Lean principles and assist with incorporating lessons learned into future implementations.
• Support Problem Solving Activities: Participate in troubleshooting and resolving technical issues during equipment build, integration, and early production.
• Collaborate Cross-Functionally: Work with engineering, operations, quality, and maintenance to support project execution and effective communication. Assist with coordination between teams and handoff to production.
• Support Quality & Validation: Support validation activities and documentation efforts. Contribute to root cause analysis and corrective actions for issues identified during project implementation.
• Promote Safety Integration: Follow established safety requirements and participate in safety reviews and risk assessments. Support safe implementation of new equipment and processes.

Qualifications

• Level 2: Estimated hourly base rate: $31.25-$40.38
• Level 3: Estimated hourly base rate: $35.58-$46.15
• 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

Skills

• Working knowledge of manufacturing processes and basic exposure to automation systems
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, BOMs, and specifications
• Familiarity with structured problem-solving tools (5 Whys, Fishbone, etc.)
• Hands on technical aptitude for equipment setup and basic troubleshooting
• Collaborate effectively within cross-functional teams

Benefits

• 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

Pay

Salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

Schedule

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.