Manual Machinist - 2nd shift - Motors (3pm-11:30pm)

Woodward HRT/MPC; Niles (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match (4.5%)

Stock contribution (5%)

Tuition reimbursement & training

12 paid holidays

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Job summary

Woodward is seeking a Machinist I to operate and set up manual lathe, milling machines, and grinders on the second shift in Illinois. The role includes documentation, quality checks, and adherence to procedures, with opportunities for certification and growth.

Competitive base pay, 10% shift differential, and a comprehensive benefits package including 401(k) match, stock contributions, tuition reimbursement, and paid holidays.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 0–2 years' experience or relevant degree.
• Knowledge of machining and how tools interact with equipment.
• Ability to read and edit basic programs; operate manual equipment.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate manual lathe, vertical milling machines, and grinders.
• Complete paperwork and maintain records.
• Document nonconforming material and participate in root-cause actions.
• Use gauging equipment to ensure conformance to specifications.
• Obtain certifications as necessary for required processes.

Skills

High school diploma

0-2 years experience

Machining knowledge

Operate manual equipment

Read/edit basic machining programs

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Manual Lathe

Vertical Milling Machine

OD/ID Grinders

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 base pay:
  • Machinist I - $16.49 - $28.60 hourly
  • 10% shift differental
• 2nd Shift Hours: 3:00pm-11:30pm
• Training Hours: 8:00am-4:30pm first two weeks
• All members included in 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 Machinist, we have an exciting opportunity for you.

What you will be doing

• Physical Activity:
  • Moderate physical activity requiring agility and dexterity, including walking, standing, or bending; and lifting or moving objects.
  • Work is performed in an area with moderate risk or discomfort that may require special safety precautions, such as wearing protective clothing or gear.
  • May be required to pass Near Vision and/or Color Vision examinations.
• Set up and operate one or more of the following machines:
  • Manual Lathe Machines
  • Vertical Milling Machines
  • OD/ID Grinders
• Complete paperwork while adhering to record retention requirements.
• Document nonconforming material according to procedures, participate in activities to implement root cause and corrective actions identified.
• 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.
• Obtain certifications as necessary for required processes.

What We Are Looking For

• Machinist I:
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• 0-2 years' experience in related work or applicable degree
• General knowledge of machines and equipment functionality, and how tools could be used on such equipment/machines. This includes the ability to learn new systems quickly, understanding how parts relate, and how they impact system functionality.
• Ability to operate and set up Manual equipment
• Knowledge of machining includes the ability to read, understand, edit basic programs and/or basic knowledge of one or more of the following skills - grinding, turning, milling, drilling.

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.