Quality Engineer II

01 & 04 Woodward, Inc.; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Stock contribution

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays

Medical/dental/vision

Job summary

Woodward is hiring a Quality Engineer II for 1st Shift in Rockford, IL. You will implement QA processes, monitor product quality, and collaborate with engineering and production to drive improvements.

The role emphasizes data analysis, documentation, and supporting a culture of quality excellence. The position requires guiding teammates on quality practices and working with multiple departments to enhance process efficiency and product standards.

Qualifications

• Experience implementing QA processes and standards.
• Ability to analyze data to identify quality issues and root causes.
• Strong documentation of quality metrics and actions.

Responsibilities

• Implements and monitors QA processes to meet product standards.
• Analyzes quality data to identify issues and drive corrective actions.
• Guides new team members on quality protocols and practices.
• Collaborates with engineering, production, and other departments to improve quality and efficiency.

Skills

Quality Assurance

Process Improvement

Data Analysis

Documentation

Cross-functional Collaboration

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 Engineer II – 1st Shift

Estimated annual base pay: $75,000.00 (minimum) – $97,000.00 (midpoint) – $120,000.00 (maximum). All members included in annual cash bonus opportunity.

Benefits

• 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

Key Responsibilities

• Implements and monitors quality assurance processes and procedures to ensure product standards are consistently met.
• Identifies and resolves quality related issues by analyzing data and applying technical expertise and judgement.
• Provides informal guidance and support to new team members to enhance their understanding of quality protocols and practices.
• Collaborates with engineering, production, and other departments to improve product quality and process efficiency.
• Documents and communicates quality metrics, findings, and improvement recommendations to relevant stakeholders.

Key Skills

• Expertise in implementing and maintaining quality assurance processes and standards to ensure product excellence.
• Proficient in identifying and analyzing the underlying causes of quality issues using industry standard methodologies.
• Skilled in evaluating and enhancing manufacturing or business processes to optimize quality outcomes and efficiency.
• Ability to create, manage, and maintain accurate technical documentation and quality reports.
• Experienced in analyzing quality data and metrics to inform decision making and drive continuous improvement.
• Knowledgeable in relevant industry regulations and standards, ensuring all processes meet compliance requirements.
• Capable of clearly explaining complex quality related information to team members and stakeholders in straightforward situations.
• Adept at resolving quality related problems using technical judgment, experience, and established precedents.
• Effective in working within team guidelines and policies, positively impacting both personal and team quality outputs.
• Provides informal guidance and support to new team members, fostering a collaborative and knowledgeable work environment.

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.