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. 

Estimated hourly base pay: 

$38.00(minimum) - $47.50(midpoint) - $57.00(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, 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 an Operations Specialist, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

The Operations Specialist 3 (Level 3) reports to Operations or Technical Leadership. The position 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 doing…

Develops new cells, improves flow, increases velocity, and reduces waste

Leads 5S events regularly

Collaborates with engineers to resolve production issues and performs Root Cause Analysis

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

Identifies mistakes and improvements on manufacturing documents and provides redlines to engineering

Writes and releases new work instructions and revises existing ones

Trains and mentors Operations Specialists and other members on manufacturing processes

Evaluates new tooling for application to current designs

Recommends and implements revisions to increase production or improve standards

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

What we are looking for…

Preferably holds an associate’s degree or international equivalent

High School Diploma or international equivalent is required

5+ years of experience as an Operations Specialist or similar external role is required

Advanced communication skills to all levels of the organization including customers and/or suppliers

Advanced understanding of six sigma tools and lean principles

Advanced troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

Advanced computer skills including Excel, Word, SAP, WISE, PLM

Able to manufacture complicated parts or assemblies with preliminary drawings and operate complicated test or manufacturing equipment

Strong GD&T knowledge and able to interpret complicated schematics or drawings and identify mistakes

Has specific knowledge in automation, machining, or manufacturing & assembly processes

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 

EO/AA/M/F/Disabled/Protected Veterans