Assembly and Test Associate I/II (All Weekend Night Shift)

Woodward, Inc.; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual cash bonus opportunity

401(k) match

Stock contribution

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays

Medical/dental/vision insurance

Paid parental leave

Life insurance and disability

Employee assistance program

Referral bonus

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

Woodward, Inc. is seeking a weekend night shift assembler for Level 1 and Level 2 roles in Colorado. The position involves following documented procedures to assemble and test product components using provided tools, while maintaining high-quality standards and a clean, safe work area.

The company offers extensive benefits and pay levels for Level 1 and Level 2, with overtime and shift differentials. This ITAR/EAR-sensitive role requires adherence to lean practices, 5S, and team collaboration.

Qualifications

• Assemble product following documented procedures and using specified tools.
• Test product following procedures and troubleshoot common issues.
• Quality inspections and data recording per operating standards.
• Maintain 5S workplace organization and cleanliness.
• Adhere to safety protocols and regulatory requirements.
• Understand basic SOPs and technical instructions.
• Identify and escalate gaps to standard processes.
• Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors.
• Prioritize time and meet established schedules.

Responsibilities

• Assemble Product: Follows documented procedures to assemble product components using specified tools and equipment.
• Test Product: Follows documented procedures to accurately and efficiently test product using specified tools and equipment.
• Quality: Conducts inspections and tests to verify accuracy and functionality and records data per standards.
• Organization & Cleanliness: Maintains 5S, keeps workstations clean and organized, stores tools and materials properly.
• Safety Mindset: Adheres to safety protocols and promotes a safe working environment.
• Level 2: Troubleshoots testing issues and supports training; participates in changeovers and improvements.

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 committed to creating a great workplace for all team members. Our company and its members are committed to acting with integrity, being respectful and accountable to one another, and staying humble and driven, while maintaining the highest professional and ethical standards.

We are steadfastly committed to attracting the best talent across our communities creating a rewarding workplace. Together we are fulfilling our purpose to design and deliver energy control solutions our partners count on to power a clean future.

Woodward supports our members' wellbeing and regularly benchmarks with other companies in our industry to offer an extensive Total Reward package for this position. Salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

Estimated hourly base pay:

• Level 1: $18.27 - $24.04 plus overtime and shift differential

• Level 2: $21.15 -$27.40 plus overtime and shift differential

All Levels are eligible for the benefits below:

• All members included in annual cash bonus opportunity.

• 401(k) match (4.5%)

• Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%)

• Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members

• 12 paid holidays, including floating holidays.

• Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hire

• Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave.

• Paid parental leave.

• Adoption Assistance

• Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits.

• Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life

• Member referral bonus

• Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending

• Voluntary benefits, including:

• Home / Auto Insurance discounts

• Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave

This is a weekend night shift role Friday, Saturday, and Sunday 5pm-5:30am

Level 1:

Key Responsibilities:

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

• Test Product: Follows documented procedures to accurately and efficiently test product using specified tools and equipment,

• 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 elevate 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.

Level 2:

Key Responsibilities:

• Assemble Product: Follows documented procedures, solves problems with known outcomes to meet standards, supports training of other members, and provides improvement opportunities to standard work.

• Test Product: Follows procedures, troubleshoots common testing issues, provides feedback to assembly teams or supervisors to address recurring problems, conducts test setup changeovers, and supports training of less experienced members.

• Quality Control: Participates to improve clarity and accuracy in documented processes and procedures.

• Organization & Cleanliness: Proactively applies 5S principles, identifies opportunities to improve workstation organization and cleanliness, and ensures compliance with team standards. Assists in implementing new organizational practices as directed.

• Safety Mindset: Encourages adherence to safety protocols within the team.

Key Skills:

• Technical Capability: Understands and follows technical instructions and standard operating procedures (SOPs). Troubleshoots routine technical product issues.

• Problem Resolution: Identifies gap-to-standard and resolves or escalates them per standard processes/procedures. Analyzes problems, proposes solutions, and implements corrective actions with minimal supervision.

• Mechanical Aptitude: Demonstrates understanding of mechanical systems and components. Uses hand tools and equipment safely and effectively. Can assemble/ test products and setup equipment to support varying processes.

• Team Communication: Communicates effectively with team members and supervisors to support workflow and elevate immediate issues. Demonstrates Woodward's Core Values.

• Time Management: Proactively prioritizes time to complete assigned tasks within established schedules. Drives to maintain efficiency standards.

• Lean Mindset: Follows lean practices such as 5S and waste reduction. Participates in continuous improvement activities. Identifies inefficiencies and suggests improvements.

• 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. Collaborates across teams, shares knowledge, and supports team goals.

Application window is anticipated to close 14 days from original posting date.

This information is provided in compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act and is the company's good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation range and benefits offered for this position. The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education, location, and other job-related reasons.

This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be U.S. Persons within the meaning of the ITAR and EAR, or eligible to obtain all required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce. The ITAR defines a U.S. Person as a U.S. citizen or national, lawful permanent resident (i.e., 'Green Card holder'), or a protected person (e.g., asylee, or refugee).

Woodward is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local laws.

This position will be working Friday-Sunday 5pm to 5:30am. This position is ITB and will be reporting to the SOGAV AWS 2nd shift supervisor.