Aerospace Manufacturing Technician II/III — Second Shift

Woodward Inc.; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

401(k) match

Stock contribution

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays

Medical/Dental/Vision

Job summary

Woodward Inc. is hiring for a manufacturing professional at the Loves Park Campus, IL, on 2nd shift (Mon-Thu 3:24pm-1:54am) with overtime Fridays. Positions require following SOPs, strong problem solving, and Lean 5S practices.

Training week 1–2; progression to Level 3 responsibilities in week 3 and beyond. Level 2 covers routine operations and quality control, while Level 3 handles complex tasks and cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience with Studer OD Grinders or equivalent manufacturing experience.
• Experience following SOPs and maintaining quality in production.
• Follows documented procedures and supports training.

Responsibilities

• Follows documented procedures and supports training across the product line.
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Skills

Technical capability

Problem resolution

Mechanical aptitude

Team communication

Time management

Lean mindset

Production systems

Computer skills

Attention to detail

Collaboration

GD&T knowledge

Tools

GD&T & blueprint reading

Job description

Woodward Inc. is hiring for a manufacturing professional at the Loves Park Campus, IL, on 2nd shift (Mon-Thu 3:24pm-1:54am) with overtime Fridays. Positions require following SOPs, strong problem solving, and Lean 5S practices.

Training week 1–2; progression to Level 3 responsibilities in week 3 and beyond. Level 2 covers routine operations and quality control, while Level 3 handles complex tasks and cross-functional collaboration.