Operations Specialist Turbine Systems Machining M-F 1st shift

01 & 04 Woodward, Inc.; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match (4.5%)

Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%

Tuition reimbursement and Training/Pro

12 paid holidays

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid parental leave

Adoption Assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability

Referral bonus

Job summary

Woodward is seeking manufacturing professionals in Fort Collins to maintain and improve technical processes, ensuring efficient daily operations in a focused area. You will analyze production data, update procedures, and drive corrective actions to prevent recurrence while upholding safety standards.

Ideal candidates bring experience with CNC machining, precision assembly, and strong knowledge of quality standards like AS9100/ISO 9001. ERP systems and strong communication complete the profile.

Qualifications

• Understanding of complex manufacturing processes (e.g., CNC machining, precision assembly, or test equipment).
• Knowledge of AS9100 or ISO 9001 quality standards.
• Solid blueprint and GD&T understanding.

Responsibilities

• Execute Technical Processes: Implements and maintains technical procedures to ensure efficient daily operations in a focused area/process.
• Continuous Improvement: Analyzes production data and updates standardized operating procedures to ensure consistent workflow.
• Quality: Timely disposition and problem solving for production problems. Implements corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Resolve Complex Issues: Participates in problem solving to provide solutions for atypical or infrequent operational problems based on established guidelines.
• Safety Mindset: Adheres to and actively supports all established safety protocols, procedures, and regulatory requirements; maintains mindfulness of self and surrounding work area to promote a safe working environment.

Skills

Manufacturing processes

AS9100/ISO 9001 knowledge

Blueprint & GD&T

Engineering drawings interpretation

Analytical skills

Process mapping & root cause tools

Mechanical aptitude

Use of ERP systems

Communication

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.

Benefits

• 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: Home / Auto Insurance discounts Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave

Key Responsibilities

• Execute Technical Processes: Implements and maintains technical procedures to ensure efficient daily operations in a focused area/process.
• Continuous Improvement: Analyzes production data and updates standardized operating procedures to ensure consistent workflow.
• Quality: Timely disposition and problem solving for production problems. Implements corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Resolve Complex Issues: Participates in problem solving to provide solutions for atypical or infrequent operational problems based on established guidelines.
• Safety Mindset: Adheres to and actively supports all established safety protocols, procedures, and regulatory requirements; maintains mindfulness of self and surrounding work area to promote a safe working environment.

Key Skills

• Technical Knowledge: Understanding of complex manufacturing processes (e.g., CNC machining, precision assembly, or test equipment).
• Knowledge of AS9100 or ISO 9001 quality standards.
• Solid blueprint and GD&T understanding.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, BOMs, and specifications.
• Analytical Skills: Knowledgeable in applying analytical methodologies to operational processes.
• Experience with process mapping, value stream analysis, and root cause tools (5 Whys, Fishbone diagrams).
• Participates continuous improvement initiatives.
• Mechanical Aptitude: Utilize solid understanding of manufacturing processes (mechanical disassembly/reassembly, CNC machine operations, testing) to support and mentor operations members.
• Proficiency with mechanical tools and measurement instruments and mechanical components.
• Understanding how tooling impacts repeatability, precision, and cycle time.
• Knowledge of mechanical assembly techniques and processes.
• Communication: Communicates effectively with team members and supervisors to support workflow and escalation immediate issues.
• Clearly conveys (verbal and written) advanced technical information and ideas effectively with all operations members.

Demonstrates Woodward's Core Values Time Management: Efficiently manages personal workload to meet deadlines and team goals. Lean Mindset: Understanding of Lean principles and how they apply in a manufacturing environment. Supports standardized work and willing to learn and apply process improvements. Production Systems: Champions standardized work and provides timely support to production escalations. Actively participates the daily management system. Proficiency in Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems and uses production softwares and tools to complete daily tasks.

Computer Skills: Advanced ability to use basic software (e.g., email, spreadsheets, data entry tools) to complete tasks. Proficiency in Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems.

Detail-Oriented: Ability to review and maintain BOMs, work instructions, and process documentation with a high level of accuracy. Ability to interpret engineering drawings and ensuring alignment with production specs. Identifies and corrects minor deviations before they elevate into major issues.

Collaboration: Works cooperatively with team members to support overall team objectives and workflow. Works well with others and accepts feedback. Works seamlessly within team structures to achieve collective objectives.

The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education, location, and other job-related reasons.

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.

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.