Operations Technician (Deburring) - 1st Shift - Pump Department

Woodward, Inc.•Rockford, IL

5d•$21 - $34

About The Position

Woodward is hiring an Operations Technician for deburring work in the Pump Department on 1st shift. The position supports production of high-quality aerospace components and involves working across product-line processes and capacities. The technician follows documented procedures and standard operating procedures, maintains process variables, records daily operations, resolves or escalates concerns, and supports training and improvements to standard work. The role also contributes to quality documentation, workplace organization and cleanliness using 5S principles, and team adherence to safety protocols. The role requires effective use of technical instructions, routine troubleshooting, mechanical aptitude, safe use of hand tools and equipment, attention to detail, time management, communication, and collaboration. The work involves moderate physical activity, including walking, standing, bending, and lifting or moving objects. It takes place in an area with moderate risk or discomfort and may require protective clothing or gear. Near Vision and/or Color Vision examinations may be required. This position involves information subject to ITAR and/or EAR. Applicants must be U.S. Persons as defined by those regulations or eligible to obtain the required authorizations.

Requirements

Understand and follow technical instructions and standard operating procedures.
Demonstrate mechanical aptitude and understanding of mechanical systems and components.
Use hand tools and equipment safely and effectively.
Demonstrate effective time management and organizational abilities.
Use basic software, including email, spreadsheets, and data-entry tools.
Communicate effectively in writing and verbally and collaborate with team members.
Applicants must be U.S. Persons under ITAR/EAR or eligible to obtain required U.S. Department of State and/or U.S. Department of Commerce authorizations.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency in deburr operations.
Experience interpreting and reading blueprints and geometric dimensioning and tolerances.
Experience with RCCAs and working through non-conformances.
A problem-solving mindset and critical-thinking skills.
Willingness to embrace change and adapt to new environments.
Keen attention to detail.

Responsibilities

Follow documented procedures, solve problems with known outcomes, meet standards, support training of other members, and provide opportunities to improve standard work.
Flex and support the full product line across various processes and capacities.
Maintain key process variables to ensure consistent, high-quality operations.
Accurately log daily operations and resolve or escalate concerns.
Follow standard operating procedures and support training of other members.
Participate in improving the clarity and accuracy of documented processes and procedures.
Apply 5S principles, identify opportunities to improve workstation organization and cleanliness, and ensure compliance with team standards.
Assist in implementing organizational practices as directed.
Encourage adherence to team safety protocols.
Troubleshoot routine technical product issues and resolve or escalate gaps to standard.
Analyze problems, propose solutions, and implement corrective actions with minimal supervision.
Use hand tools and equipment safely and effectively, and produce products and set up equipment to support varying processes.
Communicate with team members and supervisors to support workflow and escalate immediate issues.
Prioritize assigned work to meet schedules and maintain efficiency standards.
Follow lean practices, participate in continuous improvement activities, and identify inefficiencies and suggest improvements.
Adhere to 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 to complete tasks.
Check work for accuracy and collaborate with team members and other teams to support workflow and team goals.

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.
Paid parental leave.
Adoption assistance.
Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits.
Member Life & AD&D, long-term disability, and member optional life insurance.
Member referral bonus.
Spouse/child optional life, optional AD&D, and healthcare and dependent care flexible spending.
Voluntary benefits including home/auto insurance discounts, whole life insurance, critical illness insurance, legal assistance, and military leave.