Operation Technician (2nd Shift Grinder)

11 & A1 Woodward HRT, Inc.; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in energy control solutions is seeking an Operation Technician for the 2nd shift. The ideal candidate will have machine operation experience and a strong mechanical aptitude. You will be responsible for performing precise repairs on servo valves and conducting inspections. Join a dynamic organization committed to innovation and employee wellbeing with numerous benefits including 401(k) matching and a comprehensive healthcare package.

Benefits

401(k) match (4.5%)

Annual cash bonus opportunity

Tuition reimbursement

Industry leading medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid parental leave

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Previous machine operations experience strongly desired.
• Strong mechanical aptitude preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform repair work on servo valves, ensuring compliance with specifications.
• Conduct inspections using calipers, micrometers, and gauges.
• Operate Haas Lathes and other equipment for grinding and honing.

Skills

Machine Operations

Mechanical Aptitude

Inspection Techniques

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Operation Technician (2nd Shift Grinder)

Apply locations Rockford - Loves Park Campus (LPC) time type Full time posted on Posted 3 Days Ago time left to apply End Date: June 12, 2025 (3 days left to apply) job requisition id JR106636

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 hourly base pay: $18.73 (minimum) - $23.41(midpoint) - $28.09 (maximum)
• Level 2: Estimated hourly base pay: $20.92 (minimum) - $26.15 (midpoint) - $31.38 (maximum)
• 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:
o Home / Auto Insurance discounts
o Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave

Are you ready to make your mark? If you’re an experience machine operator, we have an exciting opportunity for you. Woodward is seeking qualified grind, hone and deburr operators to join Armature Cell Department at the Loves Park Campus in Loves Park, IL. This position is on 2nd shift (Monday – Thursday, 3:24pm – 1:54am) and will be responsible for repair work on servo valves. Apply now to become part of an innovative and dynamic organization!

What You Will Be Doing
• Performing repair work on servo valves, ensuring repairs meet all customer and company requirements and specifications.
• Conducting tag and various inspection checks using equipment such as calipers, micrometers, gauges and optical comparators.
• Executing deburring, surface grinding and honing and lapping operations to remove excess materials
• Operating Haas Lathes, including loading programs, performing tool offsets and making necessary tool changes.
• Reading and interpreting blueprints, work instructions and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) to verify tolerances and specifications
• Using various computer programs including Microsoft and company systems to document findings, operations and any non-conformances.
• Moderate physical activity requiring agility and dexterity, including walking, standing, or bending and lifting or moving objects.
• Work is performed in 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.

What We Are Looking For
• Previous machine operations experience is strongly desired
• Strong mechanical aptitude preferred

Level 1:
• High school diploma or equivalent required
Level 2:
• High school
• 1 or more years of experience in a similar role (honing, grinding, deburring, etc.)

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

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