Manufacturing Ops Specialist - CI & Quality

Woodward; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 43,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

401(k) match

Stock contribution

Tuition reimbursement and training

12 paid holidays

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Adoption assistance

Employee assistance program

Life insurance and AD&D

Referral bonus

Flexible Spending

Other voluntary benefits

Job summary

Woodward's Fort Collins operations are seeking an Operations Specialist II to support daily manufacturing, drive continuous improvement, and resolve complex production issues. You will apply advanced manufacturing methods and quality standards to deliver safe, high-quality output.

The role emphasizes technical execution, problem solving, and collaboration across teams, with a strong focus on safety and efficient production systems.

Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge of manufacturing methods, quality standards, and production systems.
• Ability to execute technical processes and ensure safe, high-quality output.

Responsibilities

• Execute technical processes to ensure efficient daily operations across multiple areas.
• Drive continuous improvement and apply effective approaches to new assignments.
• Perform root-cause analysis and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Resolve complex operational issues using a systematic problem-solving approach.
• Support safety protocols and maintain a safe working environment.

Skills

CNC machining

Precision assembly

Test equipment

AS9100/ISO 9001

GD&T blueprints

Process mapping

Root cause analysis

Lean/continuous improvement

Problem solving

Communication

Tools

Measuring tools

CMM knowledge

Quality systems

Job description

Woodward's Fort Collins operations are seeking an Operations Specialist II to support daily manufacturing, drive continuous improvement, and resolve complex production issues. You will apply advanced manufacturing methods and quality standards to deliver safe, high-quality output.

The role emphasizes technical execution, problem solving, and collaboration across teams, with a strong focus on safety and efficient production systems.