2nd Shift Machinist

Position Overview

Woodward is an established organization committed to delivering energy control solutions designed to power a clean future. The Machinist position reports to the manufacturing supervisor and is responsible for setting up, operating and maintaining a limited number of machine types in an industrial setting. The role operates under a high level of supervision, with limited troubleshooting, decision‑making, and problem solving, and involves limited contact with external suppliers or customers.

• Estimated hourly pay: $16.49 (minimum) – $28.60 (maximum). Plus shift differential and overtime, if applicable
• Hours:
  
  Monday‑Friday 2:40 pm‑11:10 pm
• Annual cash bonus opportunity
• 401(k) match (4.5%)
• Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%)
• Tuition reimbursement and training/professional development opportunities for all members
• 12 paid holidays, including floating holidays
• Industry‑leading medical, dental, and vision insurance effective date of hire
• Vacation, sick time, vacation buy‑up, short‑term disability, bereavement 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
• Voluntary benefits:
  • Home / auto insurance discounts
  • Whole Life insurance / Critical Illness insurance / Legal assistance / Military leave

• Assist in setting up and operating machines with little or no supervision and perform required process checks or inspections per the process documentation
• Document nonconforming material according to procedures, and participate in root‑cause and corrective actions
• Adhere to all safety standards, regulations, and operating procedures
• Use computer programs to enter part data, log time, look up instructions and blueprints, and download programs
• Follow work instructions, set‑up sheets, and method documents to correctly operate machines and inspect machined parts
• Use gauging equipment to ensure conformance to engineering specifications and standards through the production run
• Clean and maintain measuring instruments and test equipment; inspect parts for cleanliness, e.g., routed and deburring operations; operate precision inspection equipment and perform first‑piece check‑out when applicable
• Interpret and follow blueprints for proper production task completion
• Perform routed operations of precision close‑tolerance parts
• Complete paperwork while adhering to record retention requirements
• Apply basic Six Sigma tools and methodology

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• At least 1 year of related work experience or an applicable trade school degree
• Knowledge of and ability to apply inspection techniques and tools, including micrometers, functional and cylindrical gauges, comparators, indicator setups, calibration stickers, and scales
• Ability to read, interpret, and use information presented in drawings, diagrams, and blueprints to determine appropriate activities, tools, and next steps in the production process
• Ability to learn nonconformance procedures and processes when parts fail inspection, and to log and track failed inspections
• Knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing, e.g., perpendicularity, parallelism, flatness, datum structures, material condition tolerances, orientation tolerances
• Knowledge of CNC programming/machining, ability to read, understand, edit basic programs and/or basic knowledge of grinding, turning, milling, drilling
• Understanding of how quality impacts the organization, including costs to customers, recalls, and reputation, and the ability to take necessary steps to ensure consistent quality
• Basic written and verbal communication skills
• Basic computer skills
• Willingness to demonstrate eagerness, enthusiasm, and optimism for work activities
• Attention to detail and ability to follow work instructions

This position requires use of information subject to ITAR and 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, political asylee, or refugee.

Woodward is an Equal Opportunity Employer

EO/AA/M/F/Disabled/Protected Veterans