SVT Operation Technician 1st shift; M

Operations Technician

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.

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 looking to bring on skilled, motivated and driven Operations Technicians that are ready to showcase their talent. Join our amazing 1st shift (Monday-Thursday 4:30am-3:00pm) production teams at our Loves Park Campus on our new servo line, where innovation, precision, and quality are at the heart of everything we do. This role will provide support and operations in products such as servo valves, actuators, fuel metering units, specialty valves or pumps.

If you're ready to take your career to the next level with a company that values your skills and offers opportunities for growth, we want to hear from you!

Training shift for the first 2 weeks:
Mon-Fri, 7am - 3:30pm

Training starting week 3:
Hours may vary, will be on 1st shift

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 escalate 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.

Additional Information:

Moderate physical activity requiring agility and dexterity, including walking, standing, or bending; and lifting or moving objects. Work is performed in an area with moderate risk or discomfort that may require special safety precautions, such as wearing protective clothing or gear. May be required to pass Near Vision and/or Color Vision examinations.

Successful candidates typically have:

• Previous assembly experience preferred
• Proven mechanical aptitude
• Experience in a manufacturing industry performing assembly and/or testing in on similar components
• Proficiency with and in using a…