Operations Specialist L3 - Machining

Woodward's Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging CommitmentAt 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 workplaces 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.Estimated hourly base pay: $37.26(minimum) - $46.59(midpoint) - $55.91(maximum)All members included in cash bonus opportunity401(k) match (4.5%)Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%)Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members12 paid holidays, including floating holidaysIndustry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hireVacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leavePaid parental leaveAdoption AssistanceEmployee Assistance Program, including mental health benefitsMember Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional LifeMember referral bonusSpouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible SpendingVoluntary benefits, including:

Home / Auto Insurance discountsWhole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave

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Operations Specialist , we have an exciting opportunity for you. The Operations Specialist level 3 supports production from a technical standpoint and has an excellent understanding of the product being produced in the area. It is the first line of defense and/or consultant to Operations Specialists regarding production related issues. The position is consulted by engineering regarding new product and process implementation. It solves difficult manufacturing problems and works with members to implement process and product improvements.What You Will Be DoingIndependently develops new cells, improves flow, increases velocity, and reduces waste. Leads regularly scheduled 5S eventsCollaborates with engineers. Resolves production issues and performs Root Cause AnalysisRecommends and implements process improvements for new product introductions and/or existing manufacturing processes. Works with engineering, when needed, to develop new processesIdentifies mistakes and improvements on various manufacturing documents and provides redlines to engineeringWrites and releases new work instructions and other manufacturing documentation. Revises existing work instructions and other manufacturing documentationTrains and mentors Level 1 and 2 Operations Specialists and other members on manufacturing processesEvaluates new tooling for application to current designsRecommends and implements revisions of methods of operation or material handling, alterations in equipment layout or other changes to increase production or improve standardsDispositions standard nonconformance's (i.e. QNs/NCRs/ATRs)What We Are Looking ForHigh School diploma or equivalent requiredMinimum of 5 years of experience in manufacturing industry, with direct experience in spring manufacturing and inspectionAdvanced written/verbal communication skills to all levels of the organization including customers and/or suppliersAdvanced understanding of six sigma tools and lean principlesAdvanced troubleshooting and problem solving skillsAble to manufacture complicated parts or assemblies with preliminary drawings. Able to operate complicated test or manufacturing equipmentAble to interpret complicated schematics or drawings and identify mistakes. Strong GD&T knowledgeManufacturing & Assembly Specific: 1. Strong 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. Strong interpretation of specifications and participation in hardware dispositionApplication 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.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 EmployerEO/AA/M/F/Disabled/Protected Veterans