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Woodward

3rd Shift Machinist (Sun-Thur 11:00 pm- 07:00 am)

Santa Clarita, CA, US

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Role family
Skilled trades
Seniority
Mid level
Country
US
Work mode
On-site / unstated
First seen by hirly
17 Sept 2026

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the posting

While this is a full-time, regular position, employment is anticipated to be short-term as this position is in-scope for layoff due to relocation of product lines. Employment is anticipated through July 31, 2027. This position will be eligible for negotiated severance benefits following termination of employment.

Woodward is committed to creating a great workplace for all team members. Our company and its members are committed to acting with integrity, being respectful and accountable to one another, and staying humble and driven, while maintaining the highest professional and ethical standards.

We are steadfastly committed to attracting the best talent across our communities creating a rewarding workplace. Together we are fulfilling our purpose to design and deliver energy control solutions our partners count on to power a clean future.

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 pay : $34.94 - $51.24 . Plus, shift differential and overtime, if applicable

9.5% annual retirement benefit opportunity

Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members

12 paid holidays

Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance

Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Bereavement L eave

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 a Machinist 2 , we have an exciting opportunity for you. The Machinist 2 reports to the manufacturing supervisor and is responsible for setting up, operating and maintaining several machine types in an industrial setting. The position involves troubleshooting, moderate decision- making and problem solving. The role works under limited supervision and provides some guidance to other members. There is limited contact with external suppliers or customers.

What’s In It For You

At Woodward, our “employees” are called and treated as “members ” and we’ve created a culture that appreciates and values the contributions of every member. It’s an inclusive, positive, collaborative, and socially responsible environment where members work together for outstanding outcomes.

Essential Functions

Sets up and operates machines with little or no supervision and performs required process checks or inspections per the process documentation. Provide training to others in the department when necessary, double checks the work of others.

Complete paperwork while adhering to record retention requirements.

Utilizes basic continuous improvement processes to improve operational effectiveness.

Identify , document and control nonconforming material according to procedures, identify and implement corrective actions to address nonconformance and implement root cause corrective actions.

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 set up machines and inspect machined parts.

Utilize various gauging equipment to ensure conformance to the engineering specifications and standards through the production run. Collaborate with appropriate organizations to develop and assist in the implementation of process plans and improvements.

Clean and maintain measuring instruments and test equipment and inspect parts for cleanliness (e.g., routed and deburring operations). Operate precision inspection equipment and perform first piece check out when applicable to the job.

Interpret and follow blueprints for proper production task completion.

Perform routed operations of precision close tolerance parts.

Other Functions

Communicate information to others about project status, updates, specific instructions, etc. and review item status in MRP to ensure item is logged/ closed out appropriately.

Clean and organize the immediate work area.

May perform secondary work functions, such as deburring and sub-assembly with certifications, as required .

Provide training to others in the department when necessary.

May set up Computer Numerical Controlled (CNC) machinery and make adjustments when necessary.

Monitor and maintain the condition of cutting tools.

Notify supervisors and other personnel of production or machine problems.

Promote teamwork within the organization.

Verify the calibration of equipment and expiration dates.

Obtain certifications as necessary for required processes.

Complete and review product paperwork, verifying all paperwork is present and filled out appropriately.

Follow all departmental safety rules and regulations.

What We Are Looking For

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required . Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Knowledge of and ability to apply inspection techniques (e.g., formalized inspection standards, inspection instructions, best practices) and use inspection tools efficiently. The ability to read and use micrometers, functional and cylindrical gauges, comparators, indicator setups, calibration stickers and scales.

Intermediate ability to read, interpret and use the information presented in drawings, diagrams and blueprints to determine appropriate activities , tools, and next steps in the production process.

Ability to learn and use available business software as necessary.

Knowledge of part special handling guidelines and specifications. This includes researching part handling instructions using facility databases or work orders and following the handling procedures required .

Knowledge of nonconformance procedures and processes when parts fail inspection. This includes knowledge of systems required to log and track failed inspections and associated documentation as needed within area of responsibility.

Intermediate knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing such as perpendicularity, parallelism, flatness. This includes the ability to interpret tolerances on prints and perform inspection techniques. This includes the ability to interpret datum structures, material condition tolerances, orientation tolerances.

Knowledge of CNC (Computer Numerically Controlled) programming/machining including the ability to read, understand, edit basic programs and/or basic knowledge of one or more of the following skills - grinding, turning, milling, drilling.

Knowledge of continuous improvement process to improve operational effectiveness.

Knowledge of how quality impacts the success of the organization including costs to customers, costs of recalls and potential costs due to negative impacts on a company's reputation. This includes taking the necessary steps to ensure quality on a consistent basis and striving for improvement.

The ability to use computer and web-based systems to input, access, modify , or output information or to execute programs.

The ability to write effectively, to read and understand work documents and to communicate information clearly to coworkers and supervisors. The

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