Machine Repair Technician - 1st Shift

Woodward Inc.; Loves Park (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match (4.5%)

Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%

Tuition reimbursement and Training/PD

12 paid holidays

Medical, dental, and vision Insurance

Vacation / Sick Time / Short Term Disb

Paid parental leave

Adoption Assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Life & AD&D / LTD / Optional Life

Referral bonus

Voluntary benefits (insurance)

Job summary

Woodward Inc. in Loves Park, IL is seeking a Machine Repair Technician to perform maintenance and repair on manufacturing equipment. The role operates on a 1st shift (Mon-Fri 6am-2:30pm) with rotating on-call duties and requires troubleshooting to keep machinery productive.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma (associates preferred), some repair experience, and a solid grasp of basic electrical knowledge. Woodward offers a broad benefits package and competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Associates degree in electronics, mechanical or industrial preferred.
• Experience in a machine repair role in manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Perform Routine Maintenance on machinery and follow procedures.
• Diagnose basic issues and troubleshoot machine malfunctions.
• Execute repairs under supervision and ensure quality standards.
• Document maintenance activities in logs and reports.
• Collaborate with team members to keep machines performing well.

Skills

Technical Proficiency

Diagnostic Skills

Manual Dexterity

Safety Compliance

Quality Assurance

Instruction Following

Basic Electrical Knowledge

Time Management

Communication Skills

Troubleshooting

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associates degree in electronics, mechanical or industrial

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.

• Level 1: Estimated annual base pay: $20.67 - $26.92 Plus overtime
• Level 2: Estimated annual base pay: $24.52 - $31.73 Plus overtime

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

Are you ready to make your mark? If you’re a Machine Repair Technician, we have an exciting opportunity for you. Woodward is hiring a skilled and motivated repair technician to join our team. This position is located at our Loves Park Campus on N. 2nd Street and will be working on 1st shift (Mon-Fri 6am-2:30pm), with a rotating on-call schedule. If you’re proficient in troubleshooting and repairing manufacturing equipment this is the opportunity for you

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform Routine Maintenance: Conduct regular inspections and execute preventative maintenance on machinery following standard operating procedures.
• Diagnose Basic Issues: Identify and troubleshoot straightforward machine malfunctions using established guidelines and diagnostic tools.
• Execute Repairs: Carry out necessary repairs on equipment under close supervision, ensuring adherence to quality standards.
• Document Maintenance Activities: Accurately record all maintenance and repair tasks in maintenance logs and reports.
• Collaborate with Team Members: Communicate technical information and work effectively with team members to ensure optimal machine performance.

Key Skills:

• Technical Proficiency: Knowledge of basic machinery and equipment used in machine repair.
• Diagnostic Skills: Ability to identify and diagnose simple mechanical issues using standard procedures.
• Manual Dexterity: Proficient in using hand tools and operating machinery with precision.
• Safety Compliance: Adheres to safety protocols and guidelines to ensure a safe working environment.
• Quality Assurance: Ensures repair work meets established quality standards and specifications.
• Instruction Following: Accurately follows detailed repair instructions and standard operating procedures.
• Basic Electrical Knowledge: Familiarity with basic electrical components and circuits commonly found in machinery.
• Time Management: Efficiently manages time to complete routine repair tasks within designated timeframes.
• Communication Skills: Communicates effectively with team members to relay technical information and updates.
• Troubleshooting: Performs straightforward troubleshooting tasks to resolve minor machine malfunctions.

Successful candidates typically have:

• High school diploma or equivalent is preferred
• Associates degree in electronics, mechanical or industrial discipline is preferred
• Experience in a machine repair role in a manufacturing environment
• Proficiency in troubleshooting and diagnosing production machine errors and malfunctions.

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.

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