OPERATIONS SPECIALIST 2

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Niles, IL
In-Office
66K-100K Annually
Aerospace • Logistics
The Role

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.

 Estimated annual base pay:  $66,400 (minimum) - $83,000 (midpoint) - $99,600 (maximum)

  • 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

  • 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 

Application window is anticipated to close 30 days from original posting date.

This information is provided in compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act and is the company’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation range and benefits offered for this position.  The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education, location, and other job-related reasons. 

Are you ready to make your mark?  If you’re an Operations Specialist 2, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

The Operations Specialist 2 (Level 2) reports to Operations or Technical Leadership. The position supports production from a technical standpoint and has a solid understanding of the product being produced in the area. It is the first line of defense and/or consultant to Operations Specialist 1 regarding production related issues. The position solves difficult manufacturing problems and works with members to implement process and product improvements.

What you will be doing…

  • Implements six sigma/lean tools in a team setting. Drives process improvements. Organizes cell/area in 5S

  • Resolves problems on the manufacturing floor and assists in Root Cause Analysis

  • Recommends and implements process improvements for new product introductions and/or existing manufacturing processes

  • Identifies mistakes on various manufacturing documents and provides redlines to engineering

  • Writes and releases new work instructions and other manufacturing documentation. Revises existing work instructions and other manufacturing documentation

  • Trains Level 1 Operations Specialists and other members on manufacturing processes

  • Evaluates new tooling for application to current designs

  • Recommends and implements revisions of methods of operation or material handling, alterations in equipment layout or other changes to increase production or improve standards

  • Dispositions standard nonconformance's (i.e. QNs/NCRs/ATRs)

  • Builds prototypes and mockups with preliminary drawings

  • Participates in cross-functional team projects and initiatives

  • Programs production equipment using applicable software

  • Recommends or conceptualizes improvements with tools. May design tools

  • Creates complex process drawings utilizing applicable software

  • Maintains rework processes for manufacturing

  • Automation Specific Functions: 1. Solid understanding of applicable automated or semi-automated manufacturing processes and equipment and 2. 􀁻 Proven ability to access programming controls to make logic edits and changes

  • Machining Specific Functions: 1. Solid implementation of manufacturing processes and/or solid design and implementation of Computer Numeric Controls (CNC) programming and 2. Solid interpretation of specifications and participation in hardware disposition

  • Manufacturing & Assembly Specific Functions: 1. Solid implementation of manufacturing processes and/or design/training/implementation of processes including setup/programming/training for tooling, fixturing, assembly equipment, and manufacturing aids and 2. Solid interpretation of specifications and participation in hardware disposition

What we are looking for…

  • High School Diploma

  • Experience as an Operations Specialist or similar external role

  • Solid written/verbal communication skills

  • Solid understanding of six sigma tools and lean principles

  • Solid troubleshooting and problem solving skills

  • Solid computer skills (i.e. Excel, Word, SAP, WISE, PLM)

  • Able to manufacture fairly complex parts or assemblies with preliminary drawings. Able to operate more advanced test or manufacturing equipment

  • Able to interpret fairly complex schematics or drawings and identify mistakes. Basic GD&T knowledge

  • Automation Specific: 1. Solid knowledge of applicable automated or semi-automated manufacturing processes and equipment and 2. Proven ability to access programming controls to make logic edits and changes

  • Machining Specific: 1. Solid knowledge of applicable machining processes including Computer Numeric Controls (CNC) programming, 2. Solid interpretation of specifications and participation in hardware disposition and 3. Solid knowledge of cutting tools and machine capability

  • Manufacturing & Assembly Specific: 1. Solid knowledge of manufacturing processes and/or design/training/implementation of processes including setup/programming/training for tooling, fixturing, assembly equipment, and manufacturing aids and 2. Solid interpretation of specifications and participation in hardware disposition

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.

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HQ: Fort Collins, CO
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Year Founded: 1870

What We Do

Woodward is an independent designer, manufacturer and service provider of energy control and optimization solutions for aerospace and industrial markets. For 150 years, Woodward has focused its resources and expertise on delivering proven systems that perform under incredible demands. Our customers have come to rely on us to help them address and solve the challenges associated with global efficiency initiatives – from reducing emissions, to increasing energy efficiency, to helping them introduce alternative energy sources.

Why Work With Us

A career at Woodward offers professional and personal growth. You will work alongside the brightest minds in our industry, help develop innovative technology and products, and contribute to our company’s goal of always innovating for a better future.

People join Woodward for a job and end up building a career for a lifetime.

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