Machinist II​/III; CNC Lathe Twin Spindle 3rd Shift M-F

If you’re a Machinist, Woodward offers an opportunity for Machinist II or Machinist III roles, with responsibilities, qualifications, benefits, and equal‑opportunity information as follows:

• Set up and operate one or more of the following machines: CNC Swiss, CNC Mill/Turn Machines, Gear Hobbing.
• Complete paperwork while adhering to record retention requirements.
• Document nonconforming material according to procedures and participate in root‑cause and corrective‑action activities.
• Utilize work instructions, set‑up sheets, and method documents to correctly operate machines and inspect machined parts.
• Use various gauging equipment to ensure conformance to engineering specifications and standards throughout the production run.
• Obtain certifications as necessary for required processes.

• Machinist II:
  
  • High school diploma or equivalent required
  
  • 2–5 years’ experience in related work
  
  • Knowledge of and ability to apply inspection techniques (e.g., formalized inspection standards, inspection instructions, best practices) and use inspection tools efficiently
  
  • 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
  
  • Intermediate knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing such as perpendicularity, parallelism, flatness, datum structures, material‑condition tolerances, and orientation tolerances
  
  • Knowledge of CNC programming/machining including the ability to read, understand, edit basic programs and/or basic knowledge of grinding, turning, milling, drilling
  
  • General knowledge of machines and equipment functionality, and the ability to use tools on such equipment
  
  • Ability to learn new systems quickly, identify opportunities to improve production processes, define, diagnose and resolve problems
• Machinist III:
  
  • High school diploma or equivalent required
  
  • 5+ years’ experience in related work
  • Advanced ability to read, interpret and use information presented in drawings, diagrams, and blueprints
  • Advanced knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing such as perpendicularity, parallelism, flatness, datum structures, material‑condition tolerances, and orientation tolerances to solve complex manufacturing issues
  • Ability to read, understand, edit basic CNC programs and apply advanced machining skills
  • This position requires the use of information 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.

• Estimated annual base pay:
  Machinist II – $17.15 – $33.28 / Machinist III – $17.81 – $38.72
• 3rd Shift
  
  Hours:
  
  10:00pm – 6:30am
• All members included in annual cash bonus opportunity
• 15% shift differential plus overtime
• 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 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
• 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

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.