Operations Technician II/III- Deburr Technician (Fri-Sun 3am-3:30pm)

Woodward, Inc.•Rockford, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Woodward is seeking an Operations Technician II/III - Deburr Technician for their Rock Cut Campus in Loves Park, IL, specifically for the FMU line on Weekends 1st shift (Fri-Sun 3am-3:30pm). This role is open to both seasoned professionals and those looking to grow their careers, offering an opportunity to join a collaborative and rewarding team environment within a global leader in aerospace innovation. Woodward is committed to creating a great workplace, acting with integrity, respect, accountability, humility, and a drive for excellence, while maintaining high professional and ethical standards. The company aims to attract diverse talent and offers an extensive Total Reward package. As a global leader in energy conversion and control solutions for aerospace and industrial equipment, Woodward is dedicated to powering a clean future by designing and delivering solutions that reduce emissions, enable alternative energy sources, and increase efficiency. The company fosters a culture that values every member's contributions, encouraging innovation, collaboration, and problem-solving.

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.
Identifies inefficiencies and suggests 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.
2+ years of experience in deburring operations.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints and GD&T.
Basic computer skills.
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.

Responsibilities

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.
Follows standard operating procedures.
Supports training of other members.
Provides improvement opportunities to standard work.
Participates to improve 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

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.