Machinist 2

While this is a full-time, regular position, employment is anticipated to be short-term as this position is in-scope for layoff due to relocation of product lines.  Employment is anticipated through July 31, 2027.  This position will be eligible for negotiated severance benefits following termination of employment.

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, whilemaintainingthe highest professional and ethical standards.

We are steadfastly committed to attracting the best talent across ourcommunitiescreating a rewarding workplace. Together we are fulfilling our purpose to design and deliver energy control solutions our partners count on topowera clean future.

Woodward supports our members’ wellbeing and regularlybenchmarks withother companies in our industry to offer an extensive Total Reward package for this position. Salary will bedeterminedby the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

• Estimated hourly pay:$34.94 - $51.24. Plus, shift differential and overtime, if applicable

• 9.5% annual retirement benefit opportunity 

• Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members  

• 12 paid holidays

• Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance  

• Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / BereavementLeave 

• 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?Ifyou’reaMachinist2,we have an exciting opportunity for you.TheMachinist2reports to the manufacturing supervisor andis responsible forsetting up,operatingand maintaining several machine types in an industrial setting. The position involves troubleshooting, moderate decision-makingand problem solving. The role works under limited supervision andprovidessome guidance to other members. There is limited contact with external suppliers or customers.

What’s In ItForYou 

At Woodward, our “employees” are called and treated as “members”andwe’vecreated a culture that appreciates and values the contributions of every member.  It’san inclusive, positive,collaborative, and socially responsible environment where members work together for outstanding outcomes.  

Essential Functions

• Sets up andoperatesmachines with little or no supervision and performs required process checks or inspections per theprocessdocumentation. Provide training to others in thedepartmentwhennecessary,double checks the work of others.

• Complete paperwork while adhering to record retention requirements.

• Utilizes basic continuous improvement processes to improve operational effectiveness.

• Identify, document and control nonconforming material according to procedures,identifyand implement corrective actions to addressnonconformanceand implement root cause corrective actions.

• Adhere to all safety standards,regulationsand operating procedures.

• Utilize computer programs to enter part data (e.g., serial number), log time, look up instructions andblueprintsand download programs.

• Utilize work instructions, set-upsheetsand method documents to correctly set up machines and inspectmachinedparts.

• Utilize various gauging equipment to ensure conformance to the engineering specifications and standards through the production run. Collaborate withappropriate organizationsto develop andassistin the implementation of process plans and improvements.

• Clean andmaintainmeasuring instruments and test equipment and inspect parts for cleanliness (e.g.,routedand deburring operations). Operate precision inspection equipment and perform first piece check out when applicable to the job.

• Interpret and follow blueprints for proper production task completion.

• Perform routed operations of precision close tolerance parts.

Other Functions

• Communicate information to others about project status, updates, specific instructions, etc. and review item status in MRP to ensure item is logged/closed outappropriately.

• Clean and organize the immediate work area.

• May perform secondary work functions, such as deburring and sub-assembly with certifications, asrequired.

• Provide training to others in the department when necessary.

• May set up Computer Numerical Controlled (CNC) machinery andmake adjustmentswhen necessary.

• Monitor andmaintainthe condition of cutting tools.

• Notify supervisors and other personnelofproduction or machine problems.

• Promote teamwork within the organization.

• Verify the calibration of equipment andexpirationdates.

• Obtain certifications as necessary for required processes.

• Complete and review product paperwork, verifying all paperwork is present and filled out appropriately.

• Follow all departmental safety rules and regulations.

What We Are Looking For

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or abilityrequired. Reasonableaccommodationsmay be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Knowledge of and ability to apply inspection techniques (e.g., formalized inspection standards, inspection instructions, best practices) and use inspection tools efficiently. The ability to read and use micrometers, functional and cylindrical gauges, comparators, indicator setups, calibrationstickersand scales.

• Intermediate ability to read,interpretand use the information presented in drawings,diagramsand blueprints to determineappropriate activities, tools, and next steps in the production process.

• Ability to learn and use available businesssoftwareas necessary.

• Knowledgeof partspecial handling guidelines and specifications. This includes researchingpart handlinginstructions using facility databases or work orders and following the handling proceduresrequired.

• Knowledge of nonconformance procedures and processes when parts fail inspection. This includes knowledge of systemsrequiredto log and track failed inspections and associated documentation as needed withinareaof responsibility.

• Intermediate knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing such as perpendicularity, parallelism, flatness. This includes the ability to interpret tolerances on prints and perform inspection techniques. This includes the ability to interpret datum structures, material condition tolerances, orientation tolerances.

• Knowledge of CNC (Computer Numerically Controlled) programming/machining including the ability to read, understand, edit basic programs and/or basic knowledge of one or more of the following skills - grinding, turning, milling, drilling.

• Knowledge of continuous improvement process to improve operational effectiveness.

• Knowledge of how quality impacts the success of theorganizationincluding costs to customers, costs ofrecallsand potential costs due to negative impacts on a company's reputation. This includes taking the necessary steps to ensure quality on a consistent basis and striving for improvement.

• The ability to use computer and web-based systems to input, access,modify, or output information or to execute programs.

• The ability to write effectively, to read and understand workdocumentsand to communicate information clearly to coworkers and supervisors. The position also involves the ability to provide guidance to members through instruction and personalexample.

• General knowledge of machines and equipment functionality, and how tools could be used on such equipment/machines. This includes the ability to learn new systems quickly, understanding how parts relate, and how theyimpactsystem functionality. This alsoincludes process optimization or the ability toidentifyopportunities to improve current production processes and to implement the necessary steps forthe improvements.

• The ability to provide excellent service to internal customers.

• The ability and willingness todemonstrateeagerness, enthusiasm, and optimism for work activities. This includes the ability and willingness to take ownership of work activities, to learn and understand company policies and procedures, to take independent action and complete job tasks without being instructed to complete them.

• The ability to accurately provide the information requested on specific forms, reports, and logs.

• The ability to define, diagnose, and resolve problems. This includes the ability toacquireand apply new knowledge and skills and the ability to integrate knowledge of current resources and constraints,prioritiesand manufacturing processes.

• The ability to interact cooperatively and collaboratively with others as a team.

• The ability to perform simple arithmetic computations including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division correctly using whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and percentages.

• The ability to process multiple types of information and/or perform multiple tasks simultaneously and the ability to follow work orders efficiently.

• The ability to see details (e.g., letters, numbers, codes, color, symbols, marks, labels, signs) clearly toaccomplishwork tasks in a safe and efficient manner andpossessingstrong hand-eye coordination.

Education or Formal Training

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Experience Required

• 2-5years’ experiencerequired

This position is part of an IAM Bargained Group.

This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR).All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR and EAR orpossessall 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 (i.e.'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

Woodward is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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