Woodward’s Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging Commitment
At Woodward, no matter where you are from, your physical appearance, or how you identify, you deserve the opportunity to reach your greatest potential. We are on a journey to achieve this as an organization and want to work closely with our members to set the right path.
We humbly acknowledge this will be an imperfect journey. Yet, we are steadfastly committed to embracing the power of diverse people, perspectives and experiences for our current members, attracting the best talent across our communities, and creating an inclusive and rewarding workplace for all.
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 for 2nd, 3rd and AWS shifts
Level 1: Estimated hourly base pay: $27.23 (minimum) - $34.04 (midpoint) - $40.85) maximum. Plus, shift differential for 2nd, 3rd and AWS shifts
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 a mechanically inclined individual with a strong mechanical aptitude, we have an exciting opportunity for you. Woodward is hiring for multiple openings on all shifts for our Servo Valve Production department at our Loves Park Campus. If you are looking for a challenging work environment with one of the leading aerospace companies in the world, this is the opportunity for you! This position will be responsible for and performing complex mechanical assembly and testing processes for aerospace components. Apply now to join our dynamic team.
What You Will Be Doing
Performing mechanical assembly work, particularly with small intricate components, ensuring quality metrics for the customer and company are being met.
Conducting testing and calibration processes on parts, with a keen understanding of pressure, flow, leaks, tolerances, and yield.
Reading and interpreting blueprints and GD&T.
Following detailed work instructions and build procedures
Conducting subassembly work for servo valve components and laser marking processes.
Using MS Suite and company-specific sites and portals to retrieve work instructions, document processes and complete work, etc.
Working with teams on improvement activities to identify gaps and working towards resolutions
Communicating with various levels of personnel throughout the organization both verbal and written.
What We Are Looking For
Level 1 Requirements:
High school diploma or equivalent is required.
Proven mechanical aptitude is required.
Current Woodward members must have CI Tier 1 Certificate, if not a current Woodward member, the ability to achieve CI Tier Certificate within 1 year is required.
Ability to work with small, intricate parts requiring good manual dexterity.
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.
2 or more years of experience as an operations technician at Woodward is preferred
Experience in a manufacturing industry performing assembly and/or testing on similar components is highly desired
Level 2 Requirements:
High school diploma or equivalent is required.
2 or more years of experience as a Repair and Overhaul Technician is required.
CI Tier 1 Certification is required.
Approved Validator Certificate is required
Ability to work with small, intricate parts requiring good manual dexterity.
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.
Experience in a manufacturing industry performing assembly and/or testing on similar components is highly desired
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
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