Servo Line Operations Technician – 1st Shift

Woodward Inc.; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match (4.5%)

Annual stock contribution (5%)

Tuition reimbursement

12 paid holidays

Medical, dental & vision insurance

Paid parental leave

Adoption Assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Life & AD&D Insurance

Flexible Spending (HSA/Healthcare)

Voluntary benefits

Job summary

Woodward Inc. is seeking skilled Operations Technicians for the Loves Park, IL location to support servo line production. The role offers first shift hours (Mon-Thu 4:30am-3:00pm with overtime on Fridays) and a path for growth through training and development opportunities.

Responsibilities include following SOPs, logging process data, performing inspections, and maintaining a clean, safe workspace while supporting multiple product lines such as servo valves, actuators, and pumps.

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing assembly and/or testing on similar components.
• Proficiency with and use of hand tools and inspection/measurement equipment.
• Strong knowledge of reading mechanical blueprints, drawings and GD&T.

Responsibilities

• Follow documented procedures to produce products using specified tools and equipment.
• Observe and log key process variables to ensure quality and consistency.
• Conduct inspections and tests to verify product accuracy and functionality.
• Maintain 5S and clean workstations; ensure proper storage of tools and materials.
• Adhere to safety protocols and contribute to a safe work environment.

Skills

Technical Capability

Critical Thinking

Mechanical Aptitude

Team Communication

Time Management

Lean Mindset

Production Systems

Computer Skills

Attention to Detail

Collaboration

Tools

Hand Tools

Inspection Equipment

Job description

Woodward Inc. is seeking skilled Operations Technicians for the Loves Park, IL location to support servo line production. The role offers first shift hours (Mon-Thu 4:30am-3:00pm with overtime on Fridays) and a path for growth through training and development opportunities.

Responsibilities include following SOPs, logging process data, performing inspections, and maintaining a clean, safe workspace while supporting multiple product lines such as servo valves, actuators, and pumps.