Operations Technician (All Weekend Shift - 3 AM - 3:30 PM)

Key Responsibilities

• Follows documented procedures to accurately and efficiently produce products using specified tools and equipment.
• Flexes and supports the full product line in various processes/ capacities.
• Observes and records key process variables to ensure consistency and quality in operations.
• Accurately logs daily operations and resolves or escalates concerns.
• Follows standard operating procedures.
• Cleans and organizes workstations to maintain a clean and safe environment.
• Conducts inspections and tests to verify the accuracy and functionality of products and records and maintains data per operating standards.
• Adheres to all established safety protocols, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Communicates effectively with team members and supervisors to support workflow and escalate immediate issues.

Key Skills

• Technical Capability: Understands and follows basic technical instructions and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Critical Thinking: Identifies gaps-to-standard and resolves or escalates them per standard processes/procedures.
• Mechanical Aptitude: Demonstrates basic understanding of mechanical systems and components. Uses hand tools and basic equipment safely and effectively.
• Team Communication: Communicates effectively with team members and supervisors to support workflow and escalate immediate issues.
• Adherence to Woodward's Core Values.
• Time Management: Effectively manages time to complete assigned tasks within established schedules.
• Lean Mindset: Follows lean practices such as 5S and waste reduction. Participates in continuous improvement activities.
• Production Systems: Understands and adheres to standardized work and escalates when cannot be followed.
• 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.

Additional Information

• Moderate physical activity requiring 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.

What We Are Looking For

• Basic mechanical aptitude is highly beneficial.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing is strongly 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.