Special Processes Associate I/II (Spring Winder/Coiler) - First Shift

Woodward Inc.; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 46,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Annual stock contribution

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Parental leave

Life insurance

Flexible Spending

Employee Assistance Program

Referral bonus

Job summary

Woodward Inc. in Colorado is hiring for a manufacturing role. The position involves operating designated machinery, following standard procedures, and maintaining clean, organized workstations.

You will perform inspections, log daily operations, and ensure product quality while adhering to safety protocols. Opportunities for training and growth are provided within a structured production environment at first and second shift levels.

Qualifications

• Experience operating designated machinery and following SOPs.
• Strong attention to detail with precise measurement work.
• Good mechanical understanding and tool handling skills.
• Ability to log operations and follow standard work faithfully.
• Commitment to safety, cleanliness, and 5S practices.

Responsibilities

• Operate designated machinery and follow established protocols.
• Observe, log, and escalate process variables as needed.
• Conduct inspections and tests to verify product quality.
• Maintain 5S cleanliness and organize workstations.
• Follow safety procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Train other members and suggest improvements to standard work.
• Level 2: execute special processes and calibrate equipment.

Skills

Technical capability

Attention to detail

Mechanical aptitude

Team communication

Time management

Lean mindset

Production systems

Problem resolution

Safety mindset

Collaboration

Tools

CNC spring coiling machines

Grinders

Measuring instruments

Inspection gauges

Hand tools

Spare tooling & fixtures

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.

• Estimated annual base pay:

Level 1: $22/hr plus overtime

Level 2: $24/hr plus 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
• 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

First shift role M-TH 5am-3:30pm

Level 1:

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate Specialized Equipment: Handles and operates designated machinery following established protocols. Performs basic maintenance and cleaning tasks.
• Process: Observes and records key process variables to ensure consistency and quality in operations. Accurately logs daily operations and resolves or escalates concerns. Follows standard operating procedures.
• Quality: Conducts inspections and tests to verify the accuracy and functionality of products and records and maintains data per operating standards.
• Organization & Cleanliness: Adheres to 5S principles by keeping workstations clean, organized, and free of unnecessary items. Follows established guidelines to ensure tools, materials, and equipment are properly stored and maintained.
• Safety Mindset: Adheres to all established safety protocols, procedures, and regulatory requirements; maintains mindfulness of self and surrounding work area to promote a safe working environment.

Key Skills:

• Technical Capability: Understands and follows basic technical instructions and standard operating procedures (SOPs). Uses hand tools and basic equipment safely and effectively.
• Critical Thinking: Identifies gap-to-standard and resolves or escalates them per standard processes/procedures.
• Mechanical Aptitude: Demonstrates basic understanding of mechanical systems and components. Ability to use inspection gaging and hand/power tools and complete preparation per procedure.
• Team Communication: Communicates effectively with team members and supervisors to support workflow and elevate immediate issues. Adherence to Woodward's Core Values.
• Time Management: Effectively manages time to complete assigned tasks within established schedules. Adheres to individual schedule.
• Lean Mindset: Follows lean practices such as 5S and waste reduction. Participates in continuous improvement activities.
• Production Systems: Understands and adheres standardized work and escalates when it cannot be followed. Actively participates the daily management system.
• Computer Skills: Uses basic software (e.g., email, spreadsheets, data entry tools) to complete tasks.
• Attention to Detail: Ensures precision in tasks to maintain high quality standards. Follows instructions precisely and checks work for accuracy.
• Collaboration: Works cooperatively with team members to support overall team objectives and workflow. Works well with team members and accepts feedback.

Level 2:

Key Responsibilities:

• Executes Special Processes: Handles and operates designated machinery following established protocols. Performs specialized manufacturing or processing tasks in accordance with established procedures and conducts regular maintenance, cleaning and calibration of specialized equipment. Performs required quality verification, assessment, and testing.
• Process: Maintains key process variables to ensure consistency and quality in operations. Accurately logs daily operations and resolves or escalates concerns. Follows standard operating procedures. Supports training of other members. Provides improvement opportunities to standard work.
• Quality Control: Participates to improve clarity and accuracy in documented processes and procedures.
  
• Organization & Cleanliness: Proactively applies 5S principles, identifies opportunities to improve workstation organization and cleanliness, and ensures compliance with team standards. Assists in implementing new organizational practices as directed.
• Safety Mindset: Encourages adherence to safety protocols within the team.

Key Skills:

• Technical Capability: Understands and follows technical instructions and standard operating procedures (SOPs). Uses hand tools and equipment safely and effectively. Troubleshoots routine technical product issues.
• Problem Resolution: Identifies gap-to-standard and resolves or escalates them per standard processes/procedures. Analyzes problems, proposes solutions, and implements corrective actions with minimal supervision.
• Mechanical Aptitude: Demonstrates basic understanding of mechanical systems and components. Ability to use inspection gaging and hand/power tools and complete preparation per procedure. Skilled in operating and maintaining equipment required for special processes.
• Team Communication: Communicates effectively with team members and supervisors to support workflow and elevate immediate issues. Demonstrates Woodward's Core Values.
• Time Management: Proactively prioritizes time to complete assigned tasks within established schedules. Drives to maintain efficiency standards.
• Lean Mindset: Follows lean practices such as 5S and waste reduction. Participates in continuous improvement activities. Identifies inefficiencies and suggests improvements.
• Production Systems: Understands and adheres standardized work and escalates when it cannot be followed. Actively participates the daily management system.
• Computer Skills: Uses basic software (e.g., email, spreadsheets, data entry tools) to complete tasks.
• Attention to Detail: Ensures precision in tasks to maintain high quality standards. Follows instructions precisely and checks work for accuracy.
• Collaboration: Works cooperatively with team members to support overall team objectives and workflow. Works well with team members and accepts feedback. Collaborates across teams, shares knowledge, and supports team goals.

Other Qualifications:

We are seeking an experienced Spring Winder / Coiler with proven ability to operate and maintain precision spring manufacturing equipment. Preferred experience includes:

• CNC spring coiling machines (e.g., Torin, Wafios, Fenn) and Grinders.
• Manual and semi-automatic spring winding machines.
• Wire forming tools, mandrels, and jigs.
• Measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges for tight tolerance work.
• Reading and interpreting technical drawings and specifications.
• Working with various wire materials (music wire, stainless steel, Inconel).
• Performing quality checks and adjustments to ensure consistent coil pitch, diameter, and load.

Candidates should have strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and the ability to troubleshoot equipment for optimal production.

This information is provided in compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act and is the company's good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation range and benefits offered for this position. The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education, location, and other job-related reasons.

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.