2nd Shift Manufacturing Engineer II – Process & Lean

01 & 04 Woodward, Inc.; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 77,000 - 123,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Stock contribution (5%)

Tuition reimbursement

12 paid holidays

Medical, dental & vision

Paid parental leave

Adoption Assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Life/AD&D

Spouse/Child Life

Flexible Spending

Job summary

Woodward, Inc. is seeking manufacturing professionals for second shift to monitor, analyze, and improve production processes. The role involves owning process steps, ensuring quality, and driving small-scale improvements across cross-functional teams.

The position offers a base pay range with a broad incentive program and comprehensive benefits. Candidates should have a BS or equivalent experience and be eligible under ITAR/EAR regulations.

Qualifications

• 4 Year BS or 8+ years equivalent experience.
• International candidates: BS/University degree by country or equivalent.
• Aken - Certified Technician/Bachelor.
• ITAR/EAR compliant; U.S. Person eligibility required.
• Willingness to work 2nd shift.

Responsibilities

• Production Support: monitor processes, identify inefficiencies, implement small improvements.
• Manufacturing Process Ownership: develop and maintain processes with cross‑functional teams.
• Process Capability: analyze capability using tools like SPC; drive improvements.
• Production Documentation: create/refine docs; move to digital platforms.
• Project Support: manage small manufacturing projects under supervision.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Data Analysis

Process Improvement

Problem Solving

Communication

Education

Bachelors BS or equivalent

Certified Technician / Bachelor

Tools

APQP Tools

Statistical Tools (SPC)

Job description

Woodward, Inc. is seeking manufacturing professionals for second shift to monitor, analyze, and improve production processes. The role involves owning process steps, ensuring quality, and driving small-scale improvements across cross-functional teams.

The position offers a base pay range with a broad incentive program and comprehensive benefits. Candidates should have a BS or equivalent experience and be eligible under ITAR/EAR regulations.