Prototype Machinist (2nd Shift, 5x8)

Woodward, Inc. • Fort Collins, CO

4d • $31 - $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. This is a 2nd shift position, Monday to Friday, 8 hours shift, starting at 2:30pm. This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants 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. The ITAR defines a U.S. Person as a U.S. citizen or national, lawful permanent resident (i.e., 'Green Card holder'), or a protected person (e.g., asylee, or refugee). Woodward is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local laws.

Requirements

• Significant knowledge in CNC programming, machine capabilities, material machining properties, and processes including grinding, turning, milling, and drilling.
• Demonstrated ability to solely and effectively set up, program, and operate manual and multi-axis CNC machines at an advanced level to manufacture first-part validations.
• Ability to create custom programming and advanced understanding of CNC machine parameters as needed.
• Advanced understanding of secondary processes such as anodizing, coatings, and heat treating.
• Expert level in diagnosing and resolving complex issues that arise during machining processes.
• Anticipates potential issues and proactively creates solutions to avoid downtime.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop process plans and resolve complex part manufacturing challenges.
• Expert understanding of mechanical systems and components.
• Ability to choose, set up, and use inspection gaging and hand/power tools.
• Communicates effectively with team members and supervisors to support workflow and escalate immediate issues.
• Champions Woodward's Core Values.
• Proactively prioritizes time to complete assigned tasks within established schedules.
• Recognizes potential impact to efficiency and collaborates with Team Lead to resolve.
• Follows lean practices such as 5S and waste reduction.
• Identifies inefficiencies and suggest improvements.
• Supports and participates in lean initiatives and principles and drives a culture of continuous improvement.
• Champions standardized work and escalates when cannot be followed.
• Actively participates in the daily management system.
• Automates tasks, analyzes data trends, and supports digital transformation initiatives.
• Advanced experience in using software packages such as 3D CAD/CAM, collision avoidance, tool monitoring and optimization.
• 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.
• Builds strong cross-functional relationships and fosters a collaborative culture.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills including documentation, collaboration, and project updates with team members.

Nice To Haves

• experience writing and editing programs for 5-axis CNC machines.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute complex machining process flow to transform raw materials into finished parts, including sequencing, optimization, and tolerance stack-ups.
• Design, recommend, and create work holding, fixturing, cutting tool selections and specifications for complex parts.
• Create, modify, troubleshoot, and optimize complex CNC programs using CAM software, ensuring robustness and quality (Gage R&R).
• Perform advanced and innovative inspections, using precision gauging equipment, machine probes, and CMM reports.
• Mentor other machinists.
• Designs and refines machining procedures to enhance efficiency and ensure the accuracy of prototype development.
• Uses various gages to inspect finished products to ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Records and maintains data per operating standards (SOP).
• Champions 5S principles, develops and refines 5S practices, and ensures consistent adherence to standards across the team or department.
• Collaborates with front line leadership to integrate 5S principles into broader operational processes.
• Serves as a safety champion by fostering a culture of accountability within the team.
• Partners to align safety initiatives with organizational goals.

Benefits

• Overtime and shift premium
• Long-term incentive compensation in the form of equity
• Annual cash bonus opportunity
• 401(k) match (4.5%)
• Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%)
• Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities
• 12 paid 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
• Home / Auto Insurance discounts
• Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed