Operations Technician (AWS 2nd, Fri-Sun 3pm-3:30am)

About the role

Woodward is hiring Operations Technicians to support the production lines at our Loves Park Campus. These individuals will work the Weekends, 2nd Shift, hours (Friday – Sunday, 3:00pm – 3:30am).

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 according to 5S principles.
• Maintains a safe working environment by adhering to safety protocols.
• Identifies and resolves technical product issues.
• Participates in continuous improvement activities.

Requirements

• Technical Capability: Understands and follows basic technical instructions and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Critical Thinking: Identifies gap-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.
• Time Management: Effectively manages time to complete assigned tasks within established schedules.
• 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. Works well with team members and accepts feedback.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: Minimum 1 year of relevant experience.
• Training: Training hours for the first 2 weeks: 1st shift, Mon-Fri, 7:00am – 3:30pm. Training schedule starting week 3: Mon-Th, 3:24pm-1:54am.

Skills

• Technical Capability: Understands and follows technical instructions and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Critical Thinking: Identifies gap-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.
• Time Management: Effectively manages time to complete assigned tasks within established schedules.
• 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. Works well with team members and accepts feedback.

Benefits

• All members included in annual cash bonus opportunity.
• 401(k) match (4.5%)
• 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
• 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

• Level I: Estimated hourly base pay: $19.50 – $21.00 Plus shift premium & overtime
• Level II: Estimated hourly base pay: $22.00 - $25.00 Plus shift premium & overtime

Schedule

Weekends, 2nd Shift, hours (Friday – Sunday, 3:00pm – 3:30am)

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.
• Successful candidates typically have: Effective time management and organizational abilities, Problem-solving mindset with critical thinking skills, Willingness to embrace change and adapt to new environments, Keen attention to detail, Excellent written and verbal communication skills.