QA Technician II - AWS 1st shift

Woodward,-Inc.; Loves Park (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Stock contribution

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Parental leave

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Flexible Spending

Job summary

Woodward is seeking a Quality Technician II for the AWS 1st Shift to perform detailed product inspections and analyze data to ensure adherence to quality specifications. The role emphasizes meticulous documentation, problem solving, and cross-functional collaboration to support continuous improvement initiatives.

Candidates should be able to read blueprints and specifications. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, plus paid

Qualifications

• Analytical and scientific method application to assess product quality.
• Documentation of inspection results and reports per SOPs.
• Ability to interpret blueprints and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Conduct quality inspections of products and materials.
• Analyze data related to product quality and process performance.
• Maintain documentation of inspection procedures and results.
• Troubleshoot quality-related issues using established methods.
• Collaborate with team to support continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Technical Proficiency

Quality Assurance

Problem Solving

Data Analysis

Effective Communication

Attention to Detail

SOP Adherence

Time Management

Documentation Skills

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.Quality Technician II - AWS 1st ShiftEstimated annual base pay: $25.00(minimum) - $32.21(midpoint) - $39.90(maximum) PLUS shift differential and overtimeAll 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 members12 paid holidays, including floating holidays.Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hireVacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave.Paid parental leave.Adoption AssistanceEmployee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits.Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional LifeMember referral bonusSpouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible SpendingVoluntary benefits, including:Home / Auto Insurance discountsWhole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military LeaveKey Responsibilities:Conduct Quality Inspections: Performs detailed inspections of products and materials to ensure compliance with quality standards and specifications.Analyze Data: Utilizes analytical scientific methods to collect, interpret, and report data related to product quality and process performance.Maintain Documentation: Accurately documents inspection results, test procedures, and quality reports following standard operating procedures.Troubleshoot Issues: Identifies and resolves quality related issues by applying established analytical methods and selecting appropriate solutions.Collaborate with Team Members: Communicates technical information effectively within the team to support quality objectives and continuous improvement initiatives.Key Skills:Analytical Skills: Proficient in conducting detailed analytical evaluations using scientific methods.Technical Proficiency: Skilled in utilizing and maintaining analytical instrumentation and equipment.Quality Assurance: Ensures compliance with quality standards and procedures within team operations.Problem Solving: Identifies and resolves typical operational issues using established methods.Data Analysis: Capable of interpreting and analyzing data to support quality assessments.Effective Communication: Communicates moderately complex technical information clearly within the team.Attention to Detail: Maintains high accuracy and precision in performing technical tasks.SOP Adherence: Strictly follows established standard operating procedures and scientific methodologies.Time Management: Efficiently manages own workload to meet deadlines and team objectives.Documentation Skills: Accurately records and maintains documentation of analytical processes and results.Successful candidates typically have:Experience in reading blueprint drawingsExperience reading and understanding specificationsThis 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.