3rd Shift Machinist (Sun-Thur 11:00 pm- 07:00 am)

While this is a full-time, regular position, employment is anticipated to be short-term as this position is in-scope for layoff due to relocation of product lines.  Employment is anticipated through July 31, 2027.  This position will be eligible for negotiated severance benefits following termination of employment.

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.

- Estimated hourly pay :   $34.94 - $51.24 . Plus, shift differential and overtime, if applicable

- 9.5% annual retirement benefit opportunity

- Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members

- 12 paid holidays

- Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance

- Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Bereavement   L eave

- 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

Are you ready to make your mark?   If   you’re   a   Machinist   2 ,   we have an exciting opportunity for you.   The   Machinist   2   reports to the manufacturing supervisor and   is responsible for   setting up,   operating   and maintaining several machine types in an industrial setting. The position involves troubleshooting, moderate decision- making   and problem solving. The role works under limited supervision and   provides   some guidance to other members. There is limited contact with external suppliers or customers.

What’s In It   For   You

At Woodward, our “employees” are called and treated as “members ”   and   we’ve   created a culture that appreciates and values the contributions of every member.   It’s   an inclusive, positive,   collaborative, and socially responsible environment where members work together for outstanding outcomes.

Essential Functions

- Sets up and   operates   machines with little or no supervision and performs required process checks or inspections per the   process   documentation. Provide training to others in the   department   when   necessary,   double checks the work of others.

- Complete paperwork while adhering to record retention requirements.

- Utilizes basic continuous improvement processes to improve operational effectiveness.

- Identify , document and control nonconforming material according to procedures,   identify   and implement corrective actions to address   nonconformance   and implement root cause corrective actions.

- Adhere to all safety standards,   regulations   and operating procedures.

- Utilize computer programs to enter part data (e.g., serial number), log time, look up instructions and   blueprints   and download programs.

- Utilize work instructions, set-up   sheets   and method documents to correctly set up machines and inspect   machined   parts.

- Utilize various gauging equipment to ensure conformance to the engineering specifications and standards through the production run. Collaborate with   appropriate organizations   to develop and   assist   in the implementation of process plans and improvements.

- Clean and   maintain   measuring instruments and test equipment and inspect parts for cleanliness (e.g.,   routed   and deburring operations). Operate precision inspection equipment and perform first piece check out when applicable to the job.

- Interpret and follow blueprints for proper production task completion.

- Perform routed operations of precision close tolerance parts.

Other Functions

- Communicate information to others about project status, updates, specific instructions, etc. and review item status in MRP to ensure item is logged/ closed out   appropriately.

- Clean and organize the immediate work area.

- May perform secondary work functions, such as deburring and sub-assembly with certifications, as   required .

- Provide training to others in the department when necessary.

- May set up Computer Numerical Controlled (CNC) machinery and   make adjustments   when necessary.

- Monitor and   maintain   the condition of cutting tools.

- Notify supervisors and other personnel   of   production or machine problems.

- Promote teamwork within the organization.

- Verify the calibration of equipment and   expiration   dates.

- Obtain certifications as necessary for required processes.

- Complete and review product paperwork, verifying all paperwork is present and filled out appropriately.

- Follow all departmental safety rules and regulations.

What We Are Looking For

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability   required . Reasonable   accommodations   may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

- Knowledge of and ability to apply inspection techniques (e.g., formalized inspection standards, inspection instructions, best practices) and use inspection tools efficiently. The ability to read and use micrometers, functional and cylindrical gauges, comparators, indicator setups, calibration   stickers   and scales.

- Intermediate ability to read,   interpret   and use the information presented in drawings,   diagrams   and blueprints to determine   appropriate activities , tools, and next steps in the production process.

- Ability to learn and use available business   software   as necessary.

- Knowledge   of part   special handling guidelines and specifications. This includes researching   part handling   instructions using facility databases or work orders and following the handling procedures   required .

- Knowledge of nonconformance procedures and processes when parts fail inspection. This includes knowledge of systems   required   to log and track failed inspections and associated documentation as needed within   area   of responsibility.

- Intermediate knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing such as perpendicularity, parallelism, flatness. This includes the ability to interpret tolerances on prints and perform inspection techniques. This includes the ability to interpret datum structures, material condition tolerances, orientation tolerances.

- Knowledge of CNC (Computer Numerically Controlled) programming/machining including the ability to read, understand, edit basic programs and/or basic knowledge of one or more of the following skills - grinding, turning, milling, drilling.

- Knowledge of continuous improvement process to improve operational effectiveness.

- Knowledge of how quality impacts the success of the   organization   including costs to customers, costs of   recalls   and potential costs due to negative impacts on a company's reputation. This includes taking the necessary steps to ensure quality on a consistent basis and striving for improvement.

- The ability to use computer and web-based systems to input, access,   modify , or output information or to execute programs.

- The ability to write effectively, to read and understand work   documents   and to communicate information clearly to coworkers and supervisors. The position also involves the ability to provide guidance to members through instruction and personal   example .

- General knowledge of machines and equipment functionality, and how tools could be used on such equipment/machines. This includes the ability to learn new systems quickly, understanding how parts relate, and how they   impact   system functionality. This also   includes process optimization or the ability to   identify   opportunities to improve current production processes and to implement the necessary steps for   the improvements .

- The ability to provide excellent service to internal customers .

- 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 policies and procedures, to take independent action and complete job tasks without being instructed to complete them.

- The ability to accurately provide the information requested on specific forms, reports, and logs.

- The ability to define, diagnose, and resolve problems. This includes the ability to   acquire   and apply new knowledge and skills and the ability to integrate knowledge of current resources and constraints,   priorities   and manufacturing processes.

- 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 process multiple types of information and/or perform multiple tasks simultaneously and the ability to follow work orders efficiently.

- 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 and   possessing   strong hand-eye coordination.

Education or Formal Training

- High school diploma or equivalent required.

Experience Required

- 2-5   years’ experience   required

This position is part of an IAM Bargained Group.

This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR).      All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR and EAR or   possess   all required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State Department and the U.S. Department of Commerce.      ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident ( i.e.   'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

Woodward is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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