Operations Technician (Machine Operator- 2nd Shift)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a detail-oriented Operations Technician to join their team on the 2nd shift. This role involves operating advanced CNC machinery and ensuring high-quality production standards. The ideal candidate will have experience in CNC operations and the ability to interpret technical drawings. Join a company that values integrity and innovation while offering a comprehensive benefits package, including medical insurance, tuition reimbursement, and a 401(k) match. If you are passionate about precision machining and eager to contribute to a clean energy future, this is your opportunity!

Benefits

401(k) match

Annual cash bonus opportunity

Tuition reimbursement

Training/Professional Development

12 paid holidays

Industry leading medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid parental leave

Adoption Assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Member referral bonus

Qualifications

• Experience with CNC operations and reading blueprints.
• Proficiency in interpreting geometric dimensioning and tolerancing.

Responsibilities

• Setups, operations, and tool offsets on HMC Makino machines.
• Reading blueprints and ensuring specifications are met.

Skills

CNC operations experience

Reading blueprints

Interpreting GD&T

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

HMC Makino machines

Inspection tools (calipers, micrometers)

Microsoft programs

Job description

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Operations Technician (Machine Operator- 2nd Shift)

Apply remote type On-Site locations Rockford - Loves Park Campus (LPC) time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago time left to apply End Date: May 13, 2025 (4 days left to apply) job requisition id JR106246

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) Plus shift differential and overtime
• Level 2: Estimated hourly base pay: $20.92 (minimum) - $26.15 (midpoint) - $31.38 (maximum) Plus shift differential and overtime
• 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? Are you a detail-oriented machinist who takes pride in crafting high-quality components? Then Woodward has the positions for you! We have machine operator openings on 2nd shift (Monday – Thursday, 3:24pm – 1:54am) at our Loves Park Campus in Loves Park, IL. As a leader in the aerospace industry, we rely on talented professionals like you to help us deliver exceptional results to our customers. Apply now!

What You Will Be Doing
• Performing setups, operations, tool offsets, changes and editing programs on HMC Makino machines
• Reading and interpreting blueprints and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing to meet customer specifications
• Working with company specific databases, Microsoft and other computer programs to locate work instructions, blueprints, enter production, quality and other data for quality and traceability purposes
• Using various inspection tools and equipment including but not limited to calipers, micrometers and various gauges to ensure customer and company specifications are being met
• 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.

What we are looking for
• Previous CNC operations experience is highly desired
• Knowledge and proficiency with reading blueprints and interpreting GD&T is strongly preferred

Level 1:
• High School Diploma or equivalent is required
Level 2:
• High School Diploma or equivalent is required
• A minimum one year’s experience of machine operations is highly desired

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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