Operations Technician (Deburring) - 1st Shift - Pump Department

Woodward Inc.; Loves Park (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

All members included in annual cash

401(k) match (4.5%)

Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%

Tuition reimbursement and Training/Pro

12 paid holidays, including floating

Medical, dental, and vision Insurance

Vacation / Sick Time / Short Term.

Paid parental leave

Adoption Assistance

Employee Assistance Program, including

Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / V

Employee referral bonus

Spouse / Child Optional Life / AD&D /

Flexible Spending (HSA/FSAs)

Home / Auto Insurance discounts

Life Insurance / Critical Illness /

Job summary

Woodward Inc. in Loves Park, IL is seeking candidates for 1st shift deburring and inspection roles. You’ll join a skilled team producing aerospace components and apply manufacturing skills to ensure high-quality parts and efficient processes.

The position requires precision and experience with deburr operations and reading blueprints/GD&T. Woodward offers extensive benefits, training opportunities, and a supportive environment that values integrity and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in deburr operations.
• Experience interpreting and reading blueprints and GD&T.
• Experience with RCCA’s and non-conformances.
• Effective time management and organizational abilities.
• Problem-solving mindset with critical thinking skills.
• Willingness to embrace change and adapt to new environments.
• Keen attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Operations: Follows documented procedures, solves known-outcome issues, trains others, and improves standard work.
• Process: Maintains key variables, logs operations, resolves or escalates concerns, follows SOPs.
• Quality Control: Improves clarity and accuracy of documented processes.
• Organization & Cleanliness: Applies 5S, improves workstation layout, ensures team standards.
• Safety Mindset: Encourages safety compliance within the team.

Skills

Deburr operations

Blueprints & GD&T

RCCA experience

Time management

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Problem solving

5S principles

Lean mindset

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 Hourly base pay: $21.15 (minimum) - $27.40 (midpoint) - $33.65 (maximum)

All Levels are eligible for the benefits below:

• 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

Are you ready to make your mark? Woodward has a 1st shift opportunity for individuals with deburring and inspection experience. You’ll join a talented, collaborative team producing high-quality aerospace components and have the opportunity to put your manufacturing skills to work. If you’re ready to grow with a dynamic organization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operations: Follows documented procedures, solves problems with known outcomes to meet standards, supports training of other members, and provides improvement opportunities to standard work. Flexes and supports the full product line in various processes/ capacities.
• Process: Maintains key process variables to ensure consistency and quality in operations. Accurately logs daily operations and resolves or escalates concerns. Follows standard operating procedures. Supports training of other members. Provides improvement opportunities to standard work.
• Quality Control: Participates to improve clarity and accuracy in documented processes and procedures.
• Organization & Cleanliness: Proactively applies 5S principles, identifies opportunities to improve workstation organization and cleanliness, and ensures compliance with team standards. Assists in implementing new organizational practices as directed.
• Safety Mindset: Encourages adherence to safety protocols within the team.

Key Skills:

• Technical Capability: Understands and follows technical instructions and standard operating procedures (SOPs). Troubleshoots routine technical product issues.
• Problem Resolution: Identifies gap-to-standard and resolves or escalates them per standard processes/procedures. Analyzes problems, proposes solutions, and implements corrective actions with minimal supervision.
• Mechanical Aptitude: Demonstrates understanding of mechanical systems and components. Uses hand tools and equipment safely and effectively. Can produce products and setup equipment to support varying processes.
• Team Communication: Communicates effectively with team members and supervisors to support workflow and elevate immediate issues. Demonstrates Woodward's Core Values.
• Time Management: Proactively prioritizes time to complete assigned tasks within established schedules. Drives to maintain efficiency standards.
• Lean Mindset: Follows lean practices such as 5S and waste reduction. Participates in continuous improvement activities. Identifies inefficiencies and suggests improvements.
• Production Systems: Understands and adheres to standardized work and escalates when cannot be followed. Actively participates in the daily management system.
• Computer Skills: Uses basic software (e.g., email, spreadsheets, data entry tools) to complete tasks.
• Attention to Detail: Ensures precision in tasks to maintain high quality standards. Follows instructions precisely and checks work for accuracy.
• Collaboration: Works cooperatively with team members to support overall team objectives and workflow. Works well with team members and accepts feedback. Collaborates across teams, shares knowledge, and supports team goals.

Additional Information:

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.

Successful Candidates Typically Have:

• Proficiency in deburr operations·
• Experience interpreting and reading blueprints and geometric dimensioning and tolerances·
• Experience with RCCA’s and working through non-conformances·
• Effective time management and organizational abilities·
• Problem-solving mindset with critical thinking skills·
• Willingness to embrace change and adapt to new environments·
• Keen attention to detail·
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

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.