Operations Technician/VMC Operator - 2nd Shift Weekends

11 & A1 Woodward HRT, Inc.; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

11 & A1 Woodward HRT, Inc. is seeking an Operations Technician/VMC Operator for the 2nd Shift weekends at their Rockford location. This role involves setting up and operating VMC machines to manufacture aerospace components, alongside performing inspections and ensuring high-quality standards. Competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package are offered to support a rewarding work environment.

Benefits

401(k) match (4.5%)

Annual stock contribution (5%)

Tuition reimbursement

12 paid holidays

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid parental leave

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Popular mechanical tools and ability to navigate company systems.
• Previous CNC machining and inspection experience is highly desired.
• Familiarity with CMM operations is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform set-ups, operations, tool offsets and changes of Makino VMC machines.
• Conduct inspection checks using calipers, micrometers, and optical comparators.
• Read and interpret company work instructions, blueprints, and diagrams.

Skills

CNC machining

Inspection

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Operations Technician/VMC Operator - 2nd Shift Weekends

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: June 21, 2025 (5 days left to apply) job requisition id JR106676

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

• Level 2: Estimated hourly base pay: $20.92 (minimum) - $26.15 (midpoint) - $31.38 (maximum) Plus shift differential

• 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? If you’re a VMC machinist, we have an exciting opportunity for you. Woodward is hiring a machinist to support our Loves Park Campus manufacturing operations. This role is a weekend shift (Friday through Sunday, 3:00pm – 3:30am). If you’re looking to use your critical thinking and troubleshooting skills, this is the opportunity you’ve been looking for. Apply now!

What You Will Be Doing

• Performing set-ups, operations, tool offsets and changes of Makino VMC machines to manufacture aerospace components and parts

• Conducting inspection checks using calipers, micrometers, optical comparators, and other inspection equipment to ensure customer and company specifications are met

• Performing operations by reading and interpreting company work instructions, blueprints and diagrams

• Navigating a variety of company specific systems and databases to locate work instructions and blueprints, and documenting production numbers and quality checks and non-conformances

Additional Information:

Variety of mechanical tools. Computer. Moderate physical activity requiring agility and dexterity, including walking, standing, or bending; and lifting or moving objects up to 20 pounds. Note: Some product lines have heavier lifting requirements due to product type. Ability to stand for entire shift. 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

• High school diploma or equivalent is required

Level 1:

• Previous CNC machining and inspection experience is highly desired

• Familiarity with CMM operations is a plus

Level 2:

• 1 more years of experience as an Operations Technician or similar role is strongly preferred

• Previous CNC machining and inspection experience is highly desired

• Familiarity with CMM operations is a plus

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

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