2nd Shift Production Worker (M-F 3:30 pm- 12:00 am)

Woodward, Inc.•Santa Clarita, CA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Worker reports to the manufacturing supervisor and is responsible for operating basic machines and deburring, or light assembly, in an industrial setting. The position works under close supervision, with limited decision-making and limited contact with external suppliers or customers.

Requirements

Mechanical aptitude and the ability to use a variety of basic hand tools (e.g., wrenches, hammers, screwdrivers, scrappers, box cutters).
The ability to adhere to department safety rules regarding eye and ear protection, personal protection, hazard labeling, MSDS sheets, evacuation procedures, and emergency phone numbers.
Requires verbal and written communication skills.
The position also requires the ability to follow work instructions/order within area of responsibility.
The ability to accomplish a task with concern for all the areas involved, including the ability to notice minute inconsistencies/faults in parts, equipment, or production processes to prevent faulty products leaving the facility.
The ability to use computer and web-based systems to input, access, modify or output information.
The ability to write effectively, to read and understand work documents, to communicate information clearly to coworkers and supervisors, and the ability to listen attentively and comprehend key pieces of spoken information.
The ability and willingness to demonstrate eagerness, enthusiasm, and optimism for work activities. This includes the ability and willingness to take ownership of work activities, to learn and understand company polices and procedures.
The ability to interact cooperatively and collaboratively with others as a team.
The ability to perform simple arithmetic computations including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division correctly, using whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and percentages.
The ability to see details (e.g., letters, numbers, codes, color, symbols, marks, labels, signs) clearly to accomplish work tasks in a safe and efficient manner.

Responsibilities

Clean and maintain measuring instruments and test equipment; treat and inspect/test parts (e.g., routed and deburring operations) per applicable work instructions.
Communicate information to others about project status, updates, specific instructions, etc. and review item status in MRP and ensure item is logged/closed out based on its current status.
Complete and review product paperwork, verifying all paperwork is present and filled out appropriately and complete computer entries accurately and in a timely manner.
Document nonconformance and dispositions using nonconformance forms.
Follow all departmental safety rules and regulations and put on all appropriate safety gear and clothing/protection required by work activities.
Measure and inspect dimensions of products to verify conformance to specifications, using measuring instruments such as rulers, calipers, gauges, or micrometers (as required).
Clean and organize the immediate work area.
Interpret and follow blueprints for proper production task completion.
May be required to obtain certification as necessary per function requirements.
May perform tasks related to NDT, machinist, and mechanical assembler positions.
Perform limited preventative maintenance to ensure machines and equipment run smoothly and notify supervisors of production or machine problems.
Verify the calibration of equipment and expiration dates.
Promote teamwork within the organization.