Machine Repair Technician (AWS 2nd Shift, Fri-Sun 3PM-3AM)

Woodward, Inc.•Loves Park, IL

1d•$25 - $38•Onsite

About The Position

Woodward is hiring an experienced machine repair technician to support production equipment at its Loves Park Campus. The position works a weekend schedule of Friday through Sunday, 3:00 p.m. to 3:30 a.m., with training on first shift. Hiring may be at Level II or Level III. At Level II, the technician diagnoses mechanical and electrical machinery issues; performs routine and corrective maintenance and repairs; records maintenance activities in the maintenance management system; coordinates with technicians and departments; and follows safety protocols and industry regulations. The role also involves equipment calibration, diagnostic tools and software, quality standards, workload prioritization, and technical communication. At Level III, the technician handles advanced machinery diagnostics and repairs, mentors less-experienced technicians, develops and refines maintenance procedures, and coordinates with related departments. The role requires independent problem-solving, process optimization, quality assurance, resource management, and adapting methods to new or atypical assignments. Successful candidates typically have experience troubleshooting, diagnosing, and repairing manufacturing machinery, including CNC and test equipment, and performing preventive maintenance on industrial manufacturing equipment. They can interpret schematics, technical drawings, and repair manuals; use maintenance scheduling systems and company databases; manage time and work effectively; solve problems; adapt to change; attend to detail; and communicate well in writing and verbally. The position involves use of information subject to ITAR and/or EAR. Applicants must be U.S. persons under those regulations or eligible to obtain required authorizations. Physical activity is moderate and may include walking, standing, bending, and lifting or moving objects. Work may involve moderate risk or discomfort requiring safety precautions and protective clothing or gear. Near-vision and/or color-vision examinations may be required.

Requirements

Experience troubleshooting, diagnosing, and repairing manufacturing machinery, including CNC and test equipment.
Experience performing preventive maintenance on industrial manufacturing equipment.
Ability to read and interpret schematics, technical drawings, and repair manuals.
Proficiency with maintenance scheduling systems and company database programs.
Strong troubleshooting, diagnostic, and problem-solving skills.
Effective time-management and organizational abilities.
Attention to detail and ability to adapt to change and new environments.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to perform moderate physical activity, including walking, standing, bending, and lifting or moving objects.
May be required to pass near-vision and/or color-vision examinations.
Must be a U.S. person under ITAR/EAR or eligible to obtain all required authorizations.

Responsibilities

Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical machinery problems, including advanced issues at Level III.
Perform routine and corrective maintenance and machinery repairs in accordance with technical specifications and safety standards.
Document repair and maintenance activities in the maintenance management system.
Coordinate repair work and share technical information with technicians and related departments.
Follow safety protocols and applicable industry regulations.
Calibrate machinery to specifications and use diagnostic tools or software to identify issues.
At Level III, mentor junior technicians and develop or refine maintenance procedures.
At Level III, optimize repair processes and manage resources to support repair operations.