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Operations Technician - Weekends 1st Shift; Fri-Sun

Job in Rockford, Winnebago County, Illinois, 61103, USA
Listing for: Woodward, Inc.
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-07-15
Job specializations:
  • Manufacturing / Production
    Manufacturing & Industrial Operations, Machine Operator, Production Associate / Production Line
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 21.25 - 27.4 USD Hourly USD 21.25 27.40 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Operations Technician - Weekends 1st Shift (Fri-Sun, 3am - 3:30pm)

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.

  • Level I: Estimated hourly base pay: $18.27 - $24.04

  • Level II: Estimated hourly base pay: $21.25 - 27.40

All Levels are eligible for the benefits below:

  • All members included in 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 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

  • Voluntary benefits, including:

    • Home / Auto Insurance discounts

    • Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave

Woodward is hiring 1st shift weekend, Operations Technicians to support our manufacturing and production operations. The hours for these roles are Weekends, Friday - Sunday, 3:00am - 3:30pm
. Apply now to join an amazing team!

Level I

Key Responsibilities
  • Operations:
    Follows documented procedures to accurately and efficiently produce products using specified tools and equipment. Flexes and supports the full product line in various processes/ capacities.

  • Process:
    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.

  • Quality:
    Conducts inspections and tests to verify the accuracy and functionality of products and records and maintains data per operating standards.

  • Organization & Cleanliness:
    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.

  • Safety Mindset:
    Adheres to all established safety protocols, procedures, and regulatory requirements; maintains mindfulness of self and surrounding work area to promote a safe working environment.

Key Skills
  • Technical Capability:
    Understands and follows basic technical instructions and standard operating procedures (SOPs).

  • Critical Thinking:
    Identifies gap-to-standard and resolves or escalates them per standard processes/procedures.

  • Mechanical Aptitude:
    Demonstrates basic understanding of mechanical systems and components. Uses hand tools and basic equipment safely and effectively. Can produce products and may perform basic setups of equipment.

  • Team Communication:
    Communicates effectively with team members and supervisors to support workflow and elevate immediate issues. Adherence to Woodward's Core Values.

  • Time Management:
    Effectively manages time to complete assigned tasks within established schedules. Adheres to individual schedule.

  • Lean Mindset:
    Follows lean practices such as 5S and waste reduction. Participates in continuous improvement activities.

  • Production Systems:
    Understands and adheres to standardized work and escalates when cannot be followed. Actively participates in the daily management system.

  • Computer

    Skills:

    Uses basic software (e.g., email, spreadsheets, data entry tools) to complete tasks.

  • Attention to Detail:
    Ensures precision in tasks to maintain high quality standards. Follows instructions precisely and checks work for accuracy.

  • Collaboration:

    Works cooperatively with team members to support overall team objectives and workflow. Works well with team members and accepts feedback.

Level II

Key Responsibilities
  • Operations:
    Follows documented procedures, solves problems with known outcomes to meet standards, supports training of other members, and provides improvement opportunities to standard work. Flexes and supports the full product line in various processes/ capacities.

  • Process:
    Maintains key process variables to ensure consistency and quality in operations. Accurately logs daily operations and resolves or escalates concerns. Follows standard operating procedures. Supports…

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