Special Processes Associate I (Potting & Encapsulating Machine Operator)

Woodward L'Orange•Fort Collins, CO

17h•Onsite

About The Position

Woodward is committed to creating a great workplace for all team members, acting with integrity, being respectful and accountable, and staying humble and driven, while maintaining the highest professional and ethical standards. The company aims to attract the best talent to create a rewarding workplace, fulfilling its purpose to design and deliver energy control solutions that power a clean future. Woodward supports its members’ wellbeing and offers an extensive Total Reward package. Salary for this position will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. The estimated annual base pay ranges from $18.27 (minimum) to $29.33 (maximum), plus overtime. All members are included in an annual cash bonus opportunity.

Requirements

Understands and follows basic technical instructions and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
Uses hand tools and basic equipment safely and effectively.
Identifies gap-to-standard and resolves or escalates them per standard processes/procedures.
Demonstrates basic understanding of mechanical systems and components.
Ability to use inspection gaging and hand/power tools and complete preparation per procedure.
Communicates effectively with team members and supervisors to support workflow and escalate immediate issues.
Adherence to Woodward's Core Values.
Effectively manages time to complete assigned tasks within established schedules.
Adheres to individual schedule.
Follows lean practices such as 5S and waste reduction.
Participates in continuous improvement activities.
Understands and adheres standardized work and escalates when it cannot be followed.
Actively participates 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.
Hands-on experience operating potting and encapsulation machines, vacuum chambers, and related equipment.

Nice To Haves

Proven experience with epoxy potting and encapsulation processes is highly preferred.
Familiarity with solenoids or similar components is a plus.

Responsibilities

Operate Specialized Equipment including black potting machines and vacuum chambers, high-temp machines, ovens, and other tools used in the encapsulation process.
Handles and operates designated machinery following established protocols.
Performs basic maintenance and cleaning tasks.
Observes and records key process variables to ensure consistency and quality in operations.
Accurately logs daily operations and resolves or escalates concerns.
Follows standard operating procedures.
Conducts inspections and tests to verify the accuracy and functionality of products and records and maintains data per operating standards.
Adheres to 5S principles by keeping workstations clean, organized, and free of unnecessary items.
Follows established guidelines to ensure tools, materials, and equipment are properly stored and maintained.
Adheres to all established safety protocols, procedures, and regulatory requirements; maintains mindfulness of self and surrounding work area to promote a safe working environment.