Hiring: Operations Technician (2nd shift, 4x10's) Company: Woodward, Inc. Location: Loves Park, IL Job Posted Time: 2026-09-16 13:31:51 About the job Required Skills: •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. •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. 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 take the next step in your career and make a lasting impact? Woodward, a global leader in aerospace innovation, is offering exciting opportunities at our Loves Park Campus on •Mandatory Training for the 1st 2 weeks: M-F 7am-3:30pm •Training starting week 3: Training may take place on 1st shift, hours will be disclosed at time of offer 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!