Operation Technician - Weld - 1st Shift

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 1: Estimated hourly base pay: $23.66 (minimum) - $29.57 (midpoint) - $35.48 (maximum) Plus shift differential and overtime  

• Level 2: Estimated hourly base pay: $27.23 (minimum) - $34.04 (midpoint) - $40.85 (maximum) Plus shift differential and overtime  

• 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 

Are you ready to make your mark? If you’re experienced in assembly and braze operations, we have an exciting opportunity for you.  The Sensor Braze department at our Loves Park Campus is hiring a 1st Shift Operations Technician. This individual will be responsible for various operations in special processes and assembly procedures to repair and overhaul aerospace components. Apply now!

What You Will Be Doing 

• Reading, interpreting and following appropriate work instructions in order to successfully receive, clean, machine, assemble, join, treat, handle and test parts. 

• Supporting members, department and the organization by performing a variety of tasks including, but not limited to, stocking, shipping, washing, inspecting, buffing and polishing.

• Utilizing computer programs, including web-based systems, to enter part data, log time, and look up information in order to complete assigned work tasks.

• Conducting inspection techniques by using various inspection tools and equipment to ensure customer and company specifications are met

• Verifying the calibration/expiration dates of test equipment and writing non-conformance reports (NCR's) when necessary.

• Performing Special Process operations including bonding and braze

• Completing assembly processes including but not limited to assemble, install, align, adjust, and fit sub-assemblies and parts or auxiliary equipment 

• Using appropriate tools and equipment in an industrial setting to complete assembly and manufacturing processes

Additional Requirements:

Moderate physical activity requiring agility and dexterity, including walking, standing, or bending and lifting or moving objects. Work is performed in 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.

What We Are Looking For:

Level 1 Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.

• Proven mechanical aptitude is required.

• 2 or more years of experience as an operations technician at Woodward is preferred

• Previous Special Process/Brazing operations experience is highly preferred

• Strong mechanical aptitude is needed to be successful in the role

Level 2 Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.

• 2 or more years of experience as a Repair and Overhaul Technician is required.

• Previous Special Process/Brazing operations experience is highly preferred

• Strong mechanical aptitude is needed to be successful in the role

This position requires use of information which is 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. The ITAR defines a U.S. Person as a U.S. citizen or national, lawful permanent resident (i.e., 'Green Card holder'), or a protected person (e.g., asylee, or refugee).

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.