CNC Machinist - Operations Technician II (1st shift)

Woodward, Inc.•Deerfield Beach, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

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. This position is on 1st shift – Monday to Friday, 8 hours shift, starting at 7am. 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.

Requirements

Understands and follows technical instructions and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
Troubleshoots routine technical product issues.
Identifies gap-to-standard and resolves or escalates them per standard processes/procedures.
Analyzes problems, proposes solutions, and implements corrective actions with minimal supervision.
Demonstrates understanding of mechanical systems and components.
Uses hand tools and equipment safely and effectively.
Can produce products and setup equipment to support varying processes.
Communicates effectively with team members and supervisors to support workflow and escalate immediate issues.
Demonstrates Woodward's Core Values.
Proactively prioritizes time to complete assigned tasks within established schedules.
Drives to maintain efficiency standards.
Follows lean practices such as 5S and waste reduction.
Participates in continuous improvement activities.
Identify inefficiencies and suggest improvements.
Understands and adheres to standardized work and escalates when cannot be followed.
Actively participates in the daily management system.
Uses basic software (e.g., email, spreadsheets, data entry tools) to complete tasks.
Ensures precision in tasks to maintain high quality standards.
Follows instructions precisely and checks work for accuracy.
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.
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).

Nice To Haves

Experience with CNC or manual machines - including lathes, mills, Swiss, and OD/ID grinders - is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Performs Set ups and operates numerous CNC or Manual (Lathes/Milling/Swiss/Grinding-OD/ID) machines, and other machinery to produce precision metal parts according to specifications.
Follows documented procedures, solves problems with known outcomes to meet standards, supports training of other members, and provides improvement opportunities to standard work.
Flexes and supports the full product line in various processes/ capacities.
Maintains key process variables to ensure consistency and quality in operations.
Accurately logs daily operations and resolves or escalates concerns.
Supports training of other members.
Provides improvement opportunities for standard work.
Participates in improving clarity and accuracy in documented processes and procedures.
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.
Encourages adherence to safety protocols within the team.

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
All members included in annual cash bonus opportunity.