Mechanical Assembler - Military Veterans

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 annual base pay:
• Level I: $ 15.83 - $ 24.65
• Level II: $16.49 - $28.60
• 1st Shift Hours: 6:00am-2:30pm
• 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
• Adoption Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits
• Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life
• Member referral bonus

Are you ready to make your mark? If you are interested in becoming a Mechanical Assembler at Woodward, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

Mechanical Assembler reports to the manufacturing supervisor and is responsible for assembling, installing, aligning, adjusting, and fitting subassemblies and parts or auxiliary equipment using appropriate tools and equipment, in an industrial setting. The position works under some supervision and limited contact with external suppliers or customers.

What you will be doing...

• Assemble and/or perform preset calibration/final testing. Performs low to moderately complex assembly and test. Products may include but are not limited to small products, light subassemblies, and/or complete units of a smaller size.
• Assemble, install, align, adjust and fit subassemblies and parts or auxiliary equipment using appropriate tools and equipment as per work instructions.
• Clean parts and maintain tooling and equipment per proper work instructions.
• Follow work instructions associated with assembly skills to become certified for work being performed.
• Work with close tolerances and fits to meet engineering and operating requirements.
• Complete all required paperwork in an accurate and efficient manner, including Quality Assurance and Test Record.

What we are looking for...

• Level I:
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Mechanical aptitude required
• Ability to use a variety of basic hand tools
• Basic written/verbal communication skills
• Basic computer skills
• Willingness to demonstrate eagerness, enthusiasm, and optimism for work activities
• Detail orientation and ability to follow work instructions
  
• Level II:
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• 2-5 years of related experience required
• Mechanical aptitude required
• Ability to use a variety of basic hand tools
• Basic written/verbal communication skills
• Basic computer skills
• Willingness to demonstrate eagerness, enthusiasm, and optimism for work activities
• Detail orientation and ability to follow work instructions

The position is considered safety-sensitive under the Department of Transportation (DOT) and will require you to undergo a DOT/FAA pre-employment drug test for the following prohibited drugs (as defined in 49 CFR § 40.3) prior to being hired or transferred into a Department of Transportation (DOT) safety-sensitive position as defined in 14 CFR part 120:

• Marijuana,
• Cocaine,
• Opioids,
• Phencyclidine (PCP), and
• Amphetamines.

This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR and EAR, or possess all required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State Department and the U.S. Department of Commerce. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

Woodward is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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