Operations Technician III/IV - CNC Lathe (Fri-Sun 3am-3:30pm)

About the role

Woodward is looking to bring on skilled, motivated and driven Operations Technician that is ready to showcase their talent. Join our amazing AWS 1st shift (Friday-Sunday 3am-3:30pm) production teams at our Loves Park Campus in the Intermediate Grind department, operating a CNC Lathe Machine.

Responsibilities

• Operations: Follows documented procedures, solves problems with unknown solutions, supports training of other members, leads complex or specialized tasks, troubleshoots challenges, and ensures adherence to production standards.
• Process: Maintains key process variables to ensure consistency and quality in operations. Accurately logs daily operations and resolves or escalates concerns.
• Quality Control: Champions clarity and accuracy in documented processes and procedures, and collaborates with cross-functional teams.
• Organization & Cleanliness: Champions 5S principles, develops and refines 5S practices, and ensures consistent adherence to standards across the team or department.
• Safety Mindset: Serves as a safety champion by fostering a culture of accountability within the team. Partners to align safety initiatives with organizational goals.

Requirements

• 3+ years previous CNC Lathe machine experience
• Extensive Mechanical aptitude
• Basic computer skills (email, data entry, etc.)
• Knowledge and ability to read and interpret blueprints & GD&T
• Previous Inspection experience

Qualifications

• Technical Capability: Understands and follows technical instructions and standard operating procedures (SOPs). Supports technical process development. Troubleshoots complex technical product issues based on engineering/ technical documentation. Leads complex technical tasks and mentors others. Troubleshooting: Identifies gap-to-standard and resolves or escalates them per standard processes/procedures. Skilled in diagnosing and resolving complex issues that arise during assembly and testing processes. Anticipates potential issues and proactively identifies solutions.
• Mechanical Aptitude: Demonstrates understanding of and proficiency with complex mechanical systems and components. Uses hand tools and equipment safely and effectively. Can produce products and setup equipment to support varying processes. Mentors others in best practices.
• Communication: Communicates effectively with team members and supervisors to support workflow and escalate immediate issues. Clearly conveys (verbal and written) advanced technical information and ideas effectively with all operations members. Demonstrates Woodward's Core Values
• Time Management: Proactively prioritizes time to complete assigned tasks within established schedules. Recognizes potential impact to efficiency and collaborates with appropriate member to resolve.
• Lean Mindset: Follows lean practices such as 5S and waste reduction. Identifies inefficiencies and suggests improvements. Supports and participates in lean initiatives and principles and champions a culture of continuous improvement.
• Production Systems: Understands and adheres to standardized work and escalates when cannot be followed. Actively participates the daily management system.
• Computer Skills: Uses basic software (e.g., email, spreadsheets, data entry tools) to complete tasks. Leverages specialized software where applicable.
• 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. Collaborates across teams at all levels, shares knowledge, and supports team goals. Builds strong cross-functional relationships and fosters a collaborative culture.

Skills

• Technical Capability
• Troubleshooting
• Mechanical Aptitude
• Communication
• Time Management
• Lean Mindset
• Production Systems
• Computer Skills
• Attention to Detail
• Collaboration

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
• 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 3: Estimated hourly base pay: $24.04 - $31.25 Plus Shift Premium & Overtime
• Level 4: Estimated hourly base pay: $27.40 - $35.58 Plus Shift Premium & Overtime

Schedule

• Level 3: Monday-Friday 7am-3:30pm
• Level 4: Friday-Sunday 3am-3:30pm