Hiring: Machinist I (2nd Shift, M-F 2:40AM-11:10PM) Company: Woodward, Inc. Location: Niles, IL Job Posted Time: 2026-09-15 13:31:51 Target Skills & Keywords : Six Sigma About the job Experience: •1 year of related work experience or applicable degree from a trade school. •At least 1 year of related work experience or applicable degree from a trade school. Required Skills: •Willingness to demonstrate eagerness, enthusiasm, and optimism for work activities •Detail orientation and ability to follow work instructions Qualifications: •Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending •Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave •Are you ready to make your mark? If you are interested in becoming a Machinist at Woodward, we have an exciting opportunity for you! •Machinist reports to the manufacturing supervisor and is responsible for setting up, operating and maintaining a limited number of machine types in an industrial setting. The position works under a high level of supervision, limited troubleshooting, decision-making and problem solving. There is limited contact with external suppliers or customers. •What You Will Be Doing... •Assist in the set up, and operate machines with little or no supervision and perform required process checks or inspections per the process documentation •Document nonconforming material according to procedures, participate in activities to implement root cause and corrective actions identified. •Adhere to all safety standards, regulations and operating procedures. •Utilize computer programs to enter part data (e.g., serial number), log time, look up instructions and blueprints and download programs. •Utilize work instructions, set-up sheets and method documents to correctly operate machines and inspect machined parts. Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!