Key Responsibilities: Operations: Follows documented procedures to accurately and efficiently produce products using specified tools and equipment. Flexes and supports the full product line in various processes/ capacities. Process: Observes and records key process variables to ensure consistency and quality in operations. Accurately logs daily operations and resolves or escalates concerns. Follows standard operating procedures. Quality: Conducts inspections and tests to verify the accuracy and functionality of products and records and maintains data per operating standards. Organization & Cleanliness: Adheres to 5S principles by keeping workstations clean, organized, and free of unnecessary items. Follows established guidelines to ensure tools, materials, and equipment are properly stored and maintained. Safety Mindset: Adheres to all established safety protocols, procedures, and regulatory requirements; maintains mindfulness of self and surrounding work area to promote a safe working environment. Key Skills: Technical Capability: Understands and follows basic technical instructions and standard operating procedures (SOPs). Critical Thinking: Identifies gap-to-standard and resolves or escalates them per standard processes/procedures. Mechanical Aptitude: Demonstrates basic understanding of mechanical systems and components. Uses hand tools and basic equipment safely and effectively. Can produce products and may perform basic setups of equipment. Team Communication: Communicates effectively with team members and supervisors to support workflow and escalate immediate issues. Adherence to Woodward's Core Values. Time Management: Effectively manages time to complete assigned tasks within established schedules. Adheres to individual schedule. Lean Mindset: Follows lean practices such as 5S and waste reduction. Participates in continuous improvement activities. Production Systems: Understands and adheres to standardized work and escalates when cannot be followed. Actively participates in the daily management system. Computer Skills: Uses basic software (e.g., email, spreadsheets, data entry tools) to complete tasks. Attention to Detail: Ensures precision in tasks to maintain high quality standards. Follows instructions precisely and checks work for accuracy. Collaboration: Works cooperatively with team members to support overall team objectives and workflow. Works well with team members and accepts feedback. Other Qualifications: REQUIREMENTS: Grade 12 or equivalent Two years experience in an electronics manufacturing environment or equivalent with experience soldering printed circuit boards being preferred Good verbal and written communication skills Ability to read and interpret Engineering Drawings, Parts Lists and other related documentation Accuracy and attention to detail Recognition of component configurations and familiarity with IPC-A-610 & J-STD-001 standards preferred Previous experience with precision automated equipment set-up preferred Capability of operating multiple pieces of equipment in a continuous flow operation preferred Computer skills in MS Office Suite and ERP software preferred What does it mean to be part of Woodward? It means contributing to what matters most in your career, in your community and around the world. It means being a part of rewarding experiences, where innovation, collaboration and problem-solving are at the heart of what we do. Explore our open positions and apply today. Woodward is the global leader in the design, manufacturing, and service of energy conversion and control solutions for the aerospace and industrial equipment markets. Together with our customers, we are enabling the path to a cleaner, decarbonized world. Our innovative fluid, combustion, electrical, propulsion and motion control systems perform in some of the world’s harshest environments. At Woodward we have created a culture that appreciates and values the contributions of every member. We are a global team of curious, innovative problem-solvers who commit our knowledge, resources and technical expertise to the challenges associated with reducing emissions, enabling alternative energy sources and increasing efficiency, always innovating for a better future. Woodward is working with our customers to solve some of the world’s biggest energy challenges. This important work needs more than just the brightest technical minds. It requires talented and committed manufacturing professionals, accountants, supply chain managers, human resources experts, information technology specialists and many more. We are looking for dedicated people who want to learn and grow in a supportive environment that fosters collaboration, innovation and inclusion.
