Assembly and Test Associate 1 (3rd Shift M-F 10PM- 6AM)

Woodward, Inc.•Zeeland, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Woodward is committed to creating a great workplace for all team members, emphasizing integrity, respect, accountability, humility, and a drive for excellence, while maintaining the highest professional and ethical standards. The company aims to attract top talent to create a rewarding workplace, fulfilling its purpose to design and deliver energy control solutions that power a clean future. Woodward supports member wellbeing with an extensive Total Reward package, including a competitive salary based on education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, with an estimated hourly base pay of $22.55 after a 10% shift premium for this position. The role of an Assembly and Test Associate 1 involves assembling and testing products according to documented procedures, ensuring quality through inspections, and maintaining a clean and organized workspace. Safety and adherence to protocols are prioritized. Key qualities sought include technical proficiency, critical thinking, mechanical aptitude, effective team communication, time management, lean practices, attention to detail, and collaboration. Candidates are expected to follow standardized work, participate in continuous improvement, and use basic computer tools. Woodward is a global leader in energy conversion and control solutions for aerospace and industrial equipment markets, dedicated to enabling a cleaner, decarbonized world through innovative fluid, combustion, electrical, propulsion, and motion control systems. The company fosters a culture that values every member's contributions, promoting collaboration, innovation, and inclusion to solve global energy challenges.

Requirements

Technical Capability: Understands and follows basic technical instructions and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
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. Use hand tools and basic equipment safely and effectively. Can assemble and test products and may perform basic setups of equipment.
Team Communication: Communicates effectively with team members and supervisors to support workflow and escalate 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 to standardized work and escalates when cannot be followed. Actively participates in 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.
High School Diploma, or GED Equivalent
1+ years of Mechanical Aptitude
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).

Responsibilities

Assemble Product: Follows documented procedures to accurately and efficiently assemble product components using specified tools and equipment.
Test Product: Follows documented procedures to accurately and efficiently test product using specified tools and equipment
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.

Benefits

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