2nd-Shift Weekend Operations Technician

Socket.dev; Loves Park (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match (4.5%)

Annual stock contribution (5%)

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off (vacation/sick)

Parental leave

EAP and mental health benefits

Life/AD&D and disability

Referral bonus

Voluntary benefits (Home/Auto, etc.)

Job summary

Woodward is hiring 2nd shift weekend Operations Technicians to support manufacturing and production. Hours are Friday–Sunday, 3:00pm–3:30am, with a comprehensive benefits package including bonuses, 401(k), stock contributions, and tuition reimbursement.

Level I/II responsibilities include following SOPs, monitoring processes, ensuring quality, maintaining clean workstations, and promoting safety and continuous improvement. Candidates should be detail-oriented and able to work in a team.

Qualifications

• Follows documented procedures and SOPs to produce products.
• Identifies and resolves process or quality issues per standard processes.
• Maintains clean and organized workstations per 5S.
• Able to operate basic hand tools and equipment safely.
• Communicates effectively with team members and supervisors.
• Demonstrates strong time management to meet schedules.
• Supports continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Operate and support production lines following documented procedures.
• Monitor key process variables and log daily operations.
• Inspect products for quality and record results.
• Maintain 5S at the workstation and proper tool storage.
• Follow safety protocols to maintain a safe work environment.
• Train or assist other team members as needed.

Skills

Technical Capability

Critical Thinking

Mechanical Aptitude

Team Communication

Time Management

Lean Mindset

Production Systems

Computer Skills

Attention to Detail

Collaboration

Job description

Woodward is hiring 2nd shift weekend Operations Technicians to support manufacturing and production. Hours are Friday–Sunday, 3:00pm–3:30am, with a comprehensive benefits package including bonuses, 401(k), stock contributions, and tuition reimbursement.

Level I/II responsibilities include following SOPs, monitoring processes, ensuring quality, maintaining clean workstations, and promoting safety and continuous improvement. Candidates should be detail-oriented and able to work in a team.