Operations Specialist - Machine Shop (2nd Shift, 5x8)

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: $27.92(minimum) - $34.90(midpoint) - $41.88(maximum)
• 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

Are you ready to make an impact? If you're an Operations Specialist with machining experience, we have an exciting opportunity for you! In this role, Operations Specialist provides technical support to machining and production processes, leveraging their expertise to ensure smooth operations and product quality. With a solid understanding of the products being manufactured, this individual acts as the first line of defense for production-related challenges, resolves minor manufacturing issues, and collaborates with team members to drive process and product improvements.

*This is a non-exempt position on 2nd shift, Monday to Friday - 8 hours shift.

What You Will Be Doing

• Serve as the First Technical Responder for machining-related production challenges, minimizing downtime and ensuring adherence to quality standards.
• Utilize RCCA (Root Cause and Corrective Action) Problem-Solving to address production issues and implement long-term solutions.
• Draft and Maintain Process Changes to ensure machining workflows and documentation align with operational needs.
• Ensure Machine SOP Adherence and troubleshoot equipment issues to optimize performance and reduce errors.
• Mentor Production Floor Personnel to improve technical proficiency and ensure compliance with machining processes.
• Lead Tier 1 and Tier 2 Problem-Solving efforts to resolve complex manufacturing issues and enhance operational efficiency.
• Manage NCR and ATR Disposition while driving reduction efforts to improve product quality and compliance.
• Support NPI (New Product Introduction) Pilot Builds through audits and process evaluations during critical pre-production phases.

What We Are Looking For

• High School Diploma required
• Minimum 1+ experience in a manufacturing environment
• Basic understanding of six sigma tools and lean principles
• Basic troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Able to manufacture basic parts or assemblies with preliminary drawings. Able to operate basic test or manufacturing equipment
• Able to interpret basic schematics or drawings and identify mistakes
• Machining Specific:
  • Basic knowledge of applicable machining processes including Computer Numeric Controls (CNC) programming,
  • Basic interpretation of specifications and participation in hardware disposition,
  • Basic knowledge of cutting tools and machine capability

Application window is anticipated to close 30 days from original posting date.

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.