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: $18.73 (minimum) - $23.41 (midpoint) - $28.09 (maximum) Plus shift differential and overtime 
•    Level 2: Estimated hourly base pay: $20.92 (minimum) - $26.15 (midpoint) - $31.38 (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:  
o    Home / Auto Insurance discounts 
o    Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave 
 
Are you ready to make your mark?  If you’re a Special Process/Brazing operator, apply now to our 2nd shift opening at our Loves Park Campus. This position will be responsible for a variety of procedures and tasks to keep the manufacturing operations and materials flowing through our processes to meet customer demands. If you’re ready to join a dynamic aerospace company, don’t wait, apply today! 

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
•    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: 
•    Previous special process/brazing experience is highly preferred
•    Knowledge and ability to read and interpret blueprints is strongly preferred
•    Willing to learn new and challenging processes and techniques
•    Able to communicate effectively both written and oral to all levels of personnel
•    Good time management and organizational skills
•    Basic computer skills (email, data entry, etc.)
Level 1:
•    High school diploma or equivalent
•    Previous Special Process/Brazing operations experience is highly preferred
Level 2:
•    High school diploma or equivalent
•    1 year of experience in a similar role (Special Process/Brazing operations) is required 
  
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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