Laser Welder 2nd shift

Woodward, Inc.•Niles, IL

2d•$16 - $29

About The Position

Woodward is hiring a Laser Welder to manufacture and inspect production parts using welding processes and procedures. The role involves cleaning, assembling, and inspecting parts according to work instructions, assessing weld parameters and making adjustments during welding, and identifying nonconforming material. The position also performs accurate paperwork and computer entries, communicates project status and instructions, maintains an organized and safe work area, promotes teamwork, and maintains good attendance. Mechanical Assembler or other related duties may be assigned. This is a second-shift position, with hours from 3:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. The work involves moderate physical activity, including walking, standing, bending, and lifting or moving objects. It is performed in an area with moderate risk or discomfort and may require protective clothing or gear. Near-vision and/or color-vision examinations may also be required. The position requires use of information subject to ITAR and EAR; applicants must meet the stated U.S.-person definition or have the required authorizations.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Two years of related experience.
Pass appropriate welder competency testing and meet applicable requirements.
Basic attention to detail, including the ability to notice minor inconsistencies or faults in parts.
Basic knowledge of current welding technologies and the ability to use computer and web-based systems to input, access, modify, or output information.
Verbal and written communication skills for conveying basic, routine, factual information about day-to-day activities.
Ability and willingness to demonstrate enthusiasm, take ownership of work, and learn and understand company policies and procedures.
Basic knowledge of and ability to follow department safety rules, including requirements for protective equipment, hazard labeling, MSDS sheets, evacuation procedures, and emergency phone numbers.
Ability to interact cooperatively and collaboratively with others as a team.
Basic arithmetic skills using whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and percentages.
Ability to process multiple types of information or perform multiple tasks simultaneously and follow work orders efficiently.
Ability to see details clearly, including letters, numbers, codes, colors, symbols, marks, labels, and signs; must pass the AWS Jaeger J2 visual acuity test.
Meet ITAR/EAR eligibility requirements: be a U.S. person as defined in the posting or possess all required authorizations.

Responsibilities

Clean, assemble, and inspect parts according to applicable work instructions.
Communicate project status, updates, and specific instructions to others.
Complete necessary paperwork and computer entries accurately and on time.
Manufacture and inspect production parts using welding processes and procedures.
Assess weld parameter inputs and make adjustments during welding.
Identify nonconforming material according to procedures.
Keep the work area clean and organized and maintain safety in manufacturing areas.
Promote teamwork within the organization and maintain good attendance.
Perform Mechanical Assembler or other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

Annual cash bonus opportunity for all members.
401(k) match of 4.5%.
Annual Woodward stock contribution of 5%.
Tuition reimbursement and training/professional development opportunities.
12 paid holidays, including floating holidays.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance upon date of hire.
Vacation, sick time, vacation buy-up, short-term disability, and bereavement leave.
Adoption assistance.
Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits.
Member life and AD&D, long-term disability, and optional life insurance.
Member referral bonus.
Spouse/child optional life, optional AD&D, and healthcare and dependent care flexible spending.
Voluntary benefits, including home and auto insurance discounts, whole life insurance, critical illness insurance, legal assistance, and military leave.
10% second-shift differential.