Machinist I (2nd Shift, M-F 2:40AM-11:10PM)

Woodward HRT/MPC; Niles (IL); On-site; USD 2,272,000 - 3,940,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Annual stock contribution

Tuition reimbursement

Health insurance

Dental and vision insurance

Paid holidays

Long-term disability

Job summary

Woodward HRT/MPC is seeking a Machinist to set up, operate, and maintain a limited range of machines in a structured factory environment. The role requires reading blueprints, performing inspections, and ensuring conformance to engineering specs.

Employee incentives include performance bonuses, tuition reimbursement, and a comprehensive benefits package. The position emphasizes quality and safety, with opportunities for professional development and stock contributions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• At least 1 year of related work experience or applicable degree from a trade school.
• Knowledge of inspection techniques and ability to use micrometers, gauges, comparators, indicators and scales.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings/blueprints to determine tools and steps.
• Learn nonconformance procedures and document failed inspections accordingly.
• Knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Knowledge of CNC programming/machining, including basic reading/editing of programs.

Responsibilities

• Assist in setup and operate machines with minimal supervision.
• Document nonconforming material and participate in root cause investigations.
• Adhere to safety standards and operating procedures.
• Enter data and instructions into computer programs and log times.
• Follow work instructions and inspect machined parts using calibrated tools.
• Inspect with precision inspection equipment and perform first piece checks when applicable.
• Interpret blueprints and perform routed operations of close tolerance parts.
• Complete paperwork with proper record retention.
• Apply basic Six Sigma tools and methodology.

Skills

Attention to detail

Blueprint reading

Inspection techniques

Gauges reading

CNC machining knowledge

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Trade school degree or related experience

Tools

CNC programming

Micrometers

Cylindrical gauges

Comparators

Indicators

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 Collective Bargaining Agreement and applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

• Estimated hourly pay: $16.49(minimum) - $28.60 (maximum).

  • Plus shift differential and overtime, if applicable

• Hours: M-F 2:40pm-11:10pm

• 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

• 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 are interested in becoming a Machinist at Woodward, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

Machinist reports to the manufacturing supervisor and is responsible for setting up, operating and maintaining a limited number of machine types in an industrial setting. The position works under a high level of supervision, limited troubleshooting, decision-making and problem solving. There is limited contact with external suppliers or customers.

What you will be doing...

• Assist in the set up, and operate machines with little or no supervision and perform required process checks or inspections per the process documentation

• Document nonconforming material according to procedures, participate in activities to implement root cause and corrective actions identified.

• Adhere to all safety standards, regulations and operating procedures.

• Utilize computer programs to enter part data (e.g., serial number), log time, look up instructions and blueprints and download programs.

• Utilize work instructions, set-up sheets and method documents to correctly operate machines and inspect machined parts.

• Utilize various gauging equipment to ensure conformance to the engineering specifications and standards through the production run.

• Clean and maintain measuring instruments and test equipment and inspect parts for cleanliness (e.g., routed and deburring operations).Operate precision inspection equipment and perform first piece check out when applicable to the job. (In Duarte, inspection completed by inspection department.)

• Interpret and follow blueprints for proper production task completion.

• Perform routed operations of precision close tolerance parts.

• Complete paperwork while adhering to record retention requirements.

• Utilize basic Six Sigma tools and methodology.

What we are looking for...

• High school diploma or equivalent required

• At least 1 year of related work experience or applicable degree from a trade school.

• Knowledge of and ability to apply inspection techniques (e.g., formalized inspection standards, inspection instructions, best practices) and use inspection tools efficiently. The ability to read and use micrometers, functional and cylindrical gauges, comparators, indicator setups, calibration stickers and scales.

• The ability to read, interpret and use the information presented in drawings, diagrams and blueprints to determine appropriate activities, tools, and next steps in the production process.

• Ability to learn nonconformance procedures and processes when parts fail inspection. This includes knowledge of systems required to log and track failed inspections and associated documentation as needed within area of responsibility.

• Knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing such as perpendicularity, perpendicularity under load, parallelism, flatness. This includes the ability to interpret tolerances on prints and perform inspection techniques. This includes the ability to interpret datum structures, material condition tolerances, orientation tolerances.

• Knowledge of CNC (Computer Numerically Controlled) programming/machining including the ability to read, understand, edit basic programs and/or basic knowledge of one or more of the following skills - grinding, turning, milling, drilling.

• Knowledge of how quality impacts the success of the organization including costs to customers, costs of recalls and potential costs due to negative impacts on a company's reputation. This includes taking the necessary steps to ensure quality on a consistent basis and striving for improvement.

• Basic written/verbal communication skills

• Basic computer skills

• Willingness to demonstrate eagerness, enthusiasm, and optimism for work activities

• Detail orientation and ability to follow work instructions

This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR and EAR, or possess all required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State Department and the U.S. Department of Commerce. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

Woodward is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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