Operations Technician II — Lean, Hands-on Manufacturing

01 & 04 Woodward, Inc.

Rockford, Loves Park (IL, IL)

On-site

USD 44,000 - 65,000

Full time

4 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match
Stock contribution
Tuition reimbursement
Paid holidays
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Vacation time
Parental leave
EAP and disability benefits
Flexible spending

Job summary

Woodward seeks experienced manufacturing professionals for its Loves Park Campus on 1st shift, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Bring Hone machine experience and industry know‑how to a challenging, rewarding environment with overtime as needed. Join a global aerospace leader offering a comprehensive Total Reward package, including 401(k) matching, stock contributions, tuition reimbursement, health benefits, paid holidays, and parental leave.

Qualifications

  • Understands and follows technical instructions and SOPs.
  • Troubleshoots routine technical product issues.
  • Produces products and sets up equipment for varying processes.
  • Communicates with teammates and supervisors to support workflow.
  • Applies 5S and lean improvements in daily work.
  • Uses basic software for data entry and communication.

Responsibilities

  • Follows documented procedures and solves problems with known outcomes.
  • Supports training of team members and provides improvement opportunities.
  • Maintains product line versatility across processes and capacities.
  • Accurately logs daily operations and escalates concerns as needed.
  • Ensures safety and cleanliness, adhering to standards and 5S.
  • Collaborates across teams to drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Technical capability
Problem resolution
Mechanical aptitude
Team communication
Time management
Lean mindset
Production systems
Computer skills
Attention to detail
Collaboration

Tools

SOPs

Job description

Woodward seeks experienced manufacturing professionals for its Loves Park Campus on 1st shift, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Bring Hone machine experience and industry know‑how to a challenging, rewarding environment with overtime as needed. Join a global aerospace leader offering a comprehensive Total Reward package, including 401(k) matching, stock contributions, tuition reimbursement, health benefits, paid holidays, and parental leave.

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