Operations Specialist - Machine Shop (1st shift - 5X8))

Woodward L'Orange•Fort Collins, CO

18d•$27 - $50•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. Salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. Estimated annual base pay: Level 1: $27.40(minimum) - $35.58(midpoint) - $39.66(maximum). Level 2: $31.25(minimum) - $40.38(midpoint) - $50.00(maximum). All Levels are eligible for the benefits below: 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 Are you ready to make an impact? If you’re an Operations Specialist with machining experience , we have an exciting opportunity for you! In this role, Operations Specialist provides technical support to machining and production processes, leveraging their expertise to ensure smooth operations and product quality. With a solid understanding of the products being manufactured, this individual acts as the first line of defense for production-related challenges, resolves minor manufacturing issues, and collaborates with team members to drive process and product improvements. This is a non-exempt position on 1st shift, Monday to Friday – 8 hours shift.

Requirements

Technical Knowledge: Understanding of complex manufacturing processes (e.g., CNC machining, precision assembly, or test equipment). Knowledge of AS9100 or ISO 9001 quality standards. Solid blueprint and GD&T understanding. Ability to interpret engineering drawings, BOMs, and specifications.
Analytical Skills: Knowledgeable in applying analytical methodologies to operational processes. Experience with process mapping, value stream analysis, and root cause tools (5 Whys, Fishbone diagrams). Participates continuous improvement initiatives.
Mechanical Aptitude: Utilize solid understanding of manufacturing processes (mechanical disassembly/reassembly, CNC machine operations, testing) to support and mentor operations members. Proficiency with mechanical tools and measurement instruments and mechanical components. Understanding how tooling impacts repeatability, precision, and cycle time. Knowledge of mechanical assembly techniques and processes.
Communication: Communicates effectively with team members and supervisors to support workflow and escalate immediate issues. Clearly conveys (verbal and written) advanced technical information and ideas effectively with all operations members. Demonstrates Woodward's Core Values
Time Management: Efficiently manages personal workload to meet deadlines and team goals.
Lean Mindset: Understanding of Lean principles and how they apply in a manufacturing environment. Supports standardized work and willing to learn and apply process improvements.
Production Systems: Champions standardized work and provides timely support to production escalations. Actively participates in the daily management system. Proficiency in Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems and use production software and tools to complete daily tasks.
Computer Skills: Advanced ability to use basic software (e.g., email, spreadsheets, data entry tools) to complete tasks. Proficiency in Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems.
Detail-Oriented: Ability to review and maintain BOMs, work instructions, and process documentation with a high level of accuracy. Ability to interpret engineering drawings and ensuring alignment with production specs. Identifies and corrects minor deviations before they escalate into major issues.
Collaboration: Works cooperatively with team members to support overall team objectives and workflow. Works well with others and accepts feedback. Works seamlessly within team structures to achieve collective objectives.
Advanced understanding of complex manufacturing processes (e.g., CNC machining, precision assembly, or test equipment). Knowledge of AS9100 or ISO 9001 quality standards. Utilizes advanced blueprint and GD&T understanding to suggest improvements to engineering drawings, BOMs, and specifications.
Expertise in applying analytical methodologies to operational processes. Experience with process mapping, value stream analysis, and root cause tools (5 Whys, Fishbone diagrams). Supports continuous improvement initiatives.
Utilize advanced understanding of manufacturing processes (mechanical disassembly/reassembly, CNC machine operations, testing) to support and mentor operations members. Advanced skill with mechanical tools and measurement instruments and mechanical components. Understanding how tooling impacts repeatability, precision, and cycle time. Advanced knowledge of mechanical techniques and processes.
Communicates actively with all key stakeholders to support workflow and drive resolution to immediate issues. Clearly conveys (verbal and written) advanced technical information and ideas effectively across teams and departments throughout the organization. Demonstrates Woodward's Core Values
Prioritizes tasks effectively to meet deadlines and manage workload efficiently. Manages multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion and alignment with objectives.
Identifies opportunities to enhance operational workflows and implements effective solutions. Participation in improvement projects to solve complex manufacturing issues. Ability to quantify impact (e.g., cost savings, productivity gains, quality improvements).
Champions standardized work and provides timely support to production escalations. Actively participates in the daily management system. Advanced knowledge in Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems and production software and tools to aid in analysis of problems.
Advanced ability to use basic software (e.g., email, spreadsheets, data entry tools) to complete tasks. Proficiency in Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems.
Ability to review and maintain BOMs. Improve work instructions and process documentation with a high level of accuracy. Skilled in interpreting engineering drawings and ensuring alignment with production specs. Proactively Identifies and corrects minor deviations before they escalate into major issues.
Works cooperatively with team members to support overall team objectives and workflow. Works well with others and accepts feedback. Collaborates across teams, shares knowledge, and supports team goals. Facilitates team discussions.

Responsibilities

Execute Technical Processes: Implements and maintains technical procedures to ensure efficient daily operations in a focused area/process.
Continuous Improvement: Analyzes production data and updates standardized operating procedures to ensure consistent workflow.
Quality: Timely disposition and problem solving for production problems. Implements corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
Resolve Complex Issues: Participates in problem solving to provide solutions for atypical or infrequent operational problems based on established guidelines.
Safety Mindset: Adheres to and actively supports 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