QA Technician II - AWS 1st shift

01 & 04 Woodward, Inc.; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Stock contribution

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Vacation and sick time

Parental leave

Life insurance

Flexible Spending (FSA)

Support for professional development

Job summary

Woodward, Inc. is seeking a Quality Technician II for the AWS 1st Shift in Rockford, IL. The role focuses on detailed inspections, data analysis, and maintaining quality documentation to meet strict standards.

The position offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional development, with base pay in a structured bonus framework. Join a team dedicated to reliable energy control solutions and a safer, more efficient future.

Qualifications

• Analytical thinking applied to quality inspections.
• Experience with analytical instrumentation and data reporting.
• Understanding and application of quality standards and SOPs.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed quality inspections of products and materials.
• Analyze data to report on process performance and product quality.
• Maintain accurate documentation of inspection results and test procedures.
• Troubleshoot quality issues using established analytical methods.
• Collaborate with team members to support continuous improvement.

Skills

Analytical skills

Technical proficiency

Quality assurance

Problem solving

Data analysis

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 Shift Estimated annual base pay: $25.00(minimum) - $32.21(midpoint) - $39.90(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
• 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

Key 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 drawings
• Experience reading and understanding specifications

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 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.

What does it mean to be part of Woodward? It means contributing to what matters most in your career, in your community and around the world. It means being a part of rewarding experiences, where innovation, collaboration and problem-solving are at the heart of what we do.

Woodward is the global leader in the design, manufacturing, and service of energy conversion and control solutions for the aerospace and industrial equipment markets. Together with our customers, we are enabling the path to a cleaner, decarbonized world. Our innovative fluid, combustion, electrical, propulsion and motion control systems perform in some of the world’s harshest environments.

At Woodward we have created a culture that appreciates and values the contributions of every member. We are a global team of curious, innovative problem-solvers who commit our knowledge, resources and technical expertise to the challenges associated with reducing emissions, enabling alternative energy sources and increasing efficiency, always innovating for a better future.

Woodward is working with our customers to solve some of the world’s biggest energy challenges. This important work needs more than just the brightest technical minds. It requires talented and committed manufacturing professionals, accountants, supply chain managers, human resources experts, information technology specialists and many more.

We are looking for dedicated people who want to learn and grow in a supportive environment that fosters collaboration, innovation and inclusion.