SVT - Operation Technician (2nd shift M-Th)

About the role

Woodward is seeking Operations Technicians who are ready to join our 2nd shift (Mon-Thurs, 3pm to 1:30am) production teams at our Loves Park Campus. This role supports and operates products such as servo valves, actuators, fuel metering units, specialty valves, or pumps.

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.
• Adheres to established safety protocols and maintains a safe working environment.
• Conducts inspections and tests to verify the accuracy and functionality of products.
• Uses hand tools and basic equipment safely and effectively.
• Communicates effectively with team members and supervisors.
• Manages time to complete assigned tasks within established schedules.
• Participates in continuous improvement activities.
• Understands and adheres to standardized work.
• Uses basic software to complete tasks.
• Ensures precision in tasks to maintain high quality standards.
• Works cooperatively with team members.

Requirements

• Previous assembly experience preferred.
• Proven mechanical aptitude.
• Experience in a manufacturing industry performing assembly and/or testing on similar components.
• Proficiency with and in using a variety of hand tools and inspection and measurement equipment.
• Strong knowledge and/or capability to read and interpret mechanical blueprints, drawings, and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing.

Qualifications

• Moderate physical activity requires agility and dexterity, including walking, standing, or bending; and lifting or moving objects.
• May be required to pass Near Vision and/or Color Vision examinations.

Skills

• Technical Capability: Understands and follows basic technical instructions and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Critical Thinking: Identifies gaps and resolves or escalates them per standard processes/procedures.
• Mechanical Aptitude: Demonstrates basic understanding of mechanical systems and components.
• Team Communication: Communicates effectively with team members and supervisors.
• Time Management: Effectively manages time to complete assigned tasks within established schedules.
• Lean Mindset: Follows lean practices such as 5S and waste reduction.
• Production Systems: Understands and adheres to standardized work and escalates when necessary.
• 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.
• Collaboration: Works cooperatively with team members to support overall team objectives and workflow.

Benefits

• 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.
• 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 1: Estimated hourly base pay: $18.27(minimum) - $24.04 (midpoint) - $29.33 (maximum)

Level 2: Estimated hourly base pay: $21.15 (minimum) - $27.40 (midpoint) - $33.65 (maximum)

Schedule

This role is available on a 2nd shift (Mon-Thurs, 3pm to 1:30am) at Woodward's Loves Park Campus.

Additional Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Person 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.

Company Commitment

Woodward is committed to creating a great workplace for all team members. Our company and its members are committed to acting with integrity, being respectful and accountable to one another, and staying humble and driven, while maintaining the highest professional and ethical standards. We are steadfastly committed to attracting the best talent across our communities creating a rewarding workplace. Together we are fulfilling our purpose to design and deliver energy control solutions our partners count on to power a clean future.