Assembly and Test Associate I

Woodward Inc.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 42,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Woodward Inc. in Singapore seeks a hands-on technician to support assembly, disassembly, packing, and service of governors used on ships. You will conduct tests, ensure quality, and maintain data records according to standards.

The role requires strict adherence to safety procedures, strong teamwork, and the ability to work with basic software and common hand tools. A proactive mindset and attention to detail are essential.

Qualifications

• Understands and follows basic technical instructions and SOPs.
• Identifies gaps to standard and escalates per procedures.
• Basic mechanical system knowledge; uses hand tools safely.
• Communicates with team and supervisors to support workflow and escalate issues.
• Manages time to meet schedules and adhere to plans.
• Applies 5S and lean practices to maintain a clean, organized workspace.
• Follows standardized work and participates in daily management.
• Uses basic software (email, spreadsheets, data entry) for tasks.
• Maintains accuracy and quality by checking work against instructions.
• Collaborates with team members to achieve objectives and accept feedback.

Responsibilities

• Disassemble product following documented procedures and using specified tools.
• Pack and unpack products as required by customers striving for safety and security.
• Perform field service including removal and installation of governors on ships.
• Conduct inspections and tests to verify product function and log data per standards.
• Maintain 5S by keeping workstations clean, organized, and properly stored.
• Follow safety protocols and regulatory requirements to promote a safe working environment.

Skills

Technical Capability

Critical Thinking

Mechanical Aptitude

Team Communication

Time Management

Lean Mindset

Production Systems

Computer Skills

Attention to Detail

Collaboration

Job description

Key Responsibilities:

• Disassemble Product: Follows documented procedures to accurately and efficiently disassemble product components using specified tools and equipment.

• Packing & Unpacking: Pack all products as per required by customers safely and securely.

• Field Service: Removal and Installation of governors on board the ship.

• Quality: Conducts inspections and tests to verify the accuracy and functionality of products and records and maintains data per operating standards.

• Organization & Cleanliness: Adheres to 5S principles by keeping workstations clean, organized, and free of unnecessary items. Follows established guidelines to ensure tools, materials, and equipment are properly stored and maintained.

• Safety Mindset: Adheres to all established safety protocols, procedures, and regulatory requirements; maintains mindfulness of self and surrounding work area to promote a safe working environment.

Key Skills:

• 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. Can assemble and test products and may perform basic setups of equipment.

• Team Communication: Communicates effectively with team members and supervisors to support workflow and escalation immediate issues. Adherence to Woodward’s Core Values.

• Time Management: Effectively manages time to complete assigned tasks within established schedules. Adheres to individual schedule.

• 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. Actively participates in the daily management system.

• 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. Works well with team members and accepts feedback.