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

Woodward; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Stock contribution

Tuition reimbursement

Health benefits

Paid holidays

Vacation and PTO

Parental leave

EAP

Life insurance

Referral bonus

Job summary

Woodward in Rockford, IL is seeking team members for a first-shift role involving deburring and inspection of aerospace components. The role emphasizes quality, adherence to documented procedures, and opportunities to contribute to lean improvements and learn advanced manufacturing processes.

The position offers a comprehensive Total Rewards package with hourly base pay, bonus potential, 401(k) match, stock contribution, tuition reimbursement, generous holidays, health benefits, and life and

Qualifications

• Deburring and inspection experience required.
• First shift availability.

Responsibilities

• Follow documented procedures and solve problems with known outcomes to meet quality standards.
• Maintain key process variables, log daily operations, and escalate concerns when needed.
• Follow standard operating procedures and assist in training other members.
• Apply 5S principles and keep workstation organized and clean.
• Support safety protocols within the team.

Skills

Deburring experience

Inspection experience

Lean manufacturing

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 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

Woodward has a 1 st 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.

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 ac