Machinist III - Jig Bore (1st Shift)

Woodward, Inc.•Loves Park, IL

4d•$27 - $36•Onsite

About The Position

Woodward is hiring a first-shift Machinist III to support Jig Bore machines at its Loves Park Campus. The role machines aerospace parts and components in a manufacturing environment and requires precision, quality, and workmanship. The machinist sets up and operates CNC or manual machinery and performs supporting operations according to specifications and established procedures. The position also includes first-piece inspections and training in those processes, interpreting engineering blueprints and advanced GD&T, inspecting finished products with gages, and recording data according to operating standards. The role promotes production efficiency, 5S and lean practices, continuous improvement, standardized work, and workplace safety. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m., with overtime as needed during the work week and/or Saturdays. Training follows the same weekday schedule, including the first two weeks and from week three onward.

Requirements

At least 5 years of manual mill experience.
Extensive knowledge of GD&T.
Previous experience performing rework.
Skilled in setting up and operating machining equipment such as lathes, mills, Swiss machines, and OD/ID grinders.
Advanced tooling and machining-process knowledge.
Ability to choose, set up, and use inspection gaging and hand/power tools.
Ability to interpret engineering blueprints and maintain precision and attention to detail.
Ability to communicate effectively, prioritize work, troubleshoot machining problems, and collaborate with team members and supervisors.
Must be a U.S. Person under ITAR/EAR, or eligible to obtain all required authorizations.
May be required to pass Near Vision and/or Color Vision examinations.

Responsibilities

Set up and operate multiple types of CNC or manual machines, including lathes, milling machines, Swiss machines, and OD/ID grinders, to produce precision metal parts to specification.
Perform supporting operations such as manual material removal and sub-assembly while following established procedures.
Perform first-piece inspections and train in these inspection processes.
Interpret engineering blueprints and apply advanced GD&T knowledge.
Use gages to inspect finished products for compliance with quality standards and record and maintain data according to SOPs.
Follow detailed work instructions to maintain production efficiency and accuracy.
Champion, develop, and refine 5S practices and ensure adherence to standards across the team or department; collaborate with front-line leadership to integrate 5S into broader operational processes.
Promote team accountability around safety and partner on safety initiatives aligned with organizational goals.
Identify gaps from standards, resolve them or escalate them according to established processes, and diagnose complex machining issues to prevent downtime.
Communicate with team members and supervisors, support workflow, and escalate immediate issues.
Prioritize assigned work to meet schedules and collaborate with the Team Lead when efficiency may be affected.
Follow lean practices, identify inefficiencies, suggest improvements, and participate in continuous-improvement initiatives.
Champion standardized work, escalate when it cannot be followed, and participate in the daily management system.
Use basic software such as email, spreadsheets, and data-entry tools, as well as specialized software where applicable.
Work cooperatively across teams, share knowledge, accept feedback, and support team objectives.