Operations Specialist

Woodward Inc.; Peterborough; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodations available

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

Woodward Canada Inc in Ontario is seeking a hands-on Process Engineer to implement and maintain technical procedures in our production environment, focusing on CNC machining, precision assembly, and test equipment.

You will analyze production data, lead continuous improvement projects, mentor team members, and ensure adherence to AS9100/ISO 9001 standards, with a strong emphasis on safety and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Understanding of complex manufacturing processes (e.g., CNC machining, precision assembly, or test equipment).
• Knowledge of AS9100 or ISO 9001 quality standards. Solid blueprint and GD&T understanding.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, BOMs, and specifications.
• Analytical methodologies: process mapping, value stream analysis, root cause tools (5 Whys, Fishbone).
• Lean principles and standardized work; strong problem-solving mindset.

Responsibilities

• Execute Technical Processes: Implements and maintains technical procedures to ensure efficient daily operations in a focused area/process.
• Continuous Improvement: Analyzes production data and updates standardized operating procedures to ensure consistent workflow.
• Quality: Timely disposition and problem solving for production problems. Implements corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Resolve Complex Issues: Participates in problem solving to provide solutions for atypical or infrequent operational problems based on established guidelines.
• Safety Mindset: Adheres to and actively supports all established safety protocols, procedures, and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Mechanical Aptitude

Communication

Time Management

Lean Mindset

Production Systems

Computer Skills

Detail-Oriented

Collaboration

Tools

ERP software

Spreadsheets

Data entry tools

Job description

What You Will Be Doing

• Execute Technical Processes: Implements and maintains technical procedures to ensure efficient daily operations in a focused area/process.
• Continuous Improvement: Analyzes production data and updates standardized operating procedures to ensure consistent workflow.
• Quality: Timely disposition and problem solving for production problems. Implements corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Resolve Complex Issues: Participates in problem solving to provide solutions for atypical or infrequent operational problems based on established guidelines.
• Safety Mindset: Adheres to and actively supports all established safety protocols, procedures, and regulatory requirements; maintains mindfulness of self and surrounding work area to promote a safe working environment.

What We Are Looking For

• Technical Knowledge: Understanding of complex manufacturing processes (e.g., CNC machining, precision assembly, or test equipment). Knowledge of AS9100 or ISO 9001 quality standards. Solid blueprint and GD&T understanding. Ability to interpret engineering drawings, BOMs, and specifications.
• Analytical Skills: Knowlegeable in applying analytical methodologies to operational processes. Experience with process mapping, value stream analysis, and root cause tools (5 Whys, Fishbone diagrams). Participates continuous improvement initiatives.
• Mechanical Aptitude: Utilize solid understanding of manufacturing processes (mechanical disassembly/reassembly, CNC machine operations, testing) to support and mentor operations members. Proficiency with mechanical tools and measurement instruments and mechanical components. Understanding how tooling impacts repeatability, precision, and cycle time. Knowledge of mechanical assembly techniques and processes.
• Communication: Communicates effectively with team members and supervisors to support workflow and elevate immediate issues. Clearly conveys (verbal and written) advanced technical information and ideas effectively with all operations members. Demonstrates Woodward’s Core Values
• Time Management: Efficiently manages personal workload to meet deadlines and team goals.
• Lean Mindset: Understanding of Lean principles and how they apply in a manufacturing environment. Supports standardized work and willing to learn and apply process improvements.
• Production Systems: Champions standardized work and provides timely support to production escalations. Actively participates the daily management system. Proficiency in Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems and uses production softwares and tools to complete daily tasks.
• Computer Skills: Advanced ability to use basic software (e.g., email, spreadsheets, data entry tools) to complete tasks. Proficiency in Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems.
• Detail-Oriented: Ability to review and maintain BOMs, work instructions, and process documentation with a high level of accuracy.
  Ability to interpret engineering drawings and ensuring alignment with production specs. Identifies and corrects minor deviations before they elevate into major issues.
• Collaboration: Works cooperatively with team members to support overall team objectives and workflow. Works well with others and accepts feedback. Works seamlessly within team structures to achieve collective objectives.

Woodward Canada Inc is committed to an inclusive, accessible, and equitable recruitment process in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Accommodations are available upon request throughout the hiring process.

This recruitment process uses artificial intelligence tools to assist in screening or assessing applicants; however, all hiring decisions are made by human reviewers.

In compliance with Ontario’s pay transparency requirements , the compensation information provided reflects the expected range for this role. We do not request or consider past compensation.

Woodward Canada Inc is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds.

We thank all applicants for their interest; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.