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

16 MPC Products Corporation (Woodward MPC, Inc.); Niles (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual cash bonus

401(k) match (4.5%)

Stock contribution (5%)

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Vacation/Sick time

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Woodward is seeking a Machinist to set up, operate, and maintain a limited set of machines in a production environment. You will follow process docs, verify part quality with precision tools, and document conforming and nonconforming results.

Ideal candidates read drawings and blueprints, apply GD&T, and use CNC knowledge. You will collaborate with supervision, follow safety rules, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives in a fast-paced facility.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Knowledge of inspection techniques and how to use inspection tools.
• Ability to read, interpret and apply drawings, blueprints and tolerances.
• Understanding GD&T and tolerance stack-ups for manufacturing parts.
• Basic CNC programming/machining knowledge and ability to read programs.
• Awareness of quality costs and impact on the organization.
• Clear written and verbal communication and basic computer skills.
• Willingness to learn, be eager and stay detail oriented.
• ITAR/EAR awareness and compliance as required.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate machines with minimal supervision and follow process documentation.
• Document nonconforming material and participate in root cause actions.
• Adhere to safety standards, regulations and procedures.
• Enter part data, log time, and retrieve instructions and blueprints using computer systems.
• Follow work instructions and inspect machined parts for conformance.
• Use gauging equipment to verify tolerances per specifications.
• Maintain and inspect measuring tools and ensure cleanliness of parts.
• Interpret blueprints and perform routing operations for tight tolerances.
• Complete paperwork and support continuous improvement efforts.

Skills

Micrometers

Inspection tools

Reading drawings

GD&T knowledge

CNC programming

Quality mindset

Basic math & measurements

Written & verbal communication

Basic computer skills

Learning & adaptability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CNC machinery

Measuring instruments

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?

Machinist

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 EO/AA/M/F/Disabled/Protected Veterans

What does it mean to be part of Woodward?

It means contributing to what matters most in your career, in your community and around the world. It means being a part of rewarding experiences, where innovation, collaboration and problem-solving are at the heart of what we do.

Woodward is the global leader in the design, manufacturing, and service of energy conversion and control solutions for the aerospace and industrial equipment markets. Together with our customers, we are enabling the path to a cleaner, decarbonized world. Our innovative fluid, combustion, electrical, propulsion and motion control systems perform in some of the world’s harshest environments. At Woodward we have created a culture that appreciates and values the contributions of every member. We are a global team of curious, innovative problem-solvers who commit our knowledge, resources and technical expertise to the challenges associated with reducing emissions, enabling alternative energy sources and increasing efficiency, always innovating for a better future. Woodward is working with our customers to solve some of the world’s biggest energy challenges. This important work needs more than just the brightest technical minds. It requires talented and committed manufacturing professionals, accountants, supply chain managers, human resources experts, information technology specialists and many more. We are looking for dedicated people who want to learn and grow in a supportive environment that fosters collaboration, innovation and inclusion.