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Woodward

Manual Machinist I - Sensors 2nd shift

Niles, IL, US

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

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the posting

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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 base pay:

Machinist I - $16.49 - $28.60 hourly

2nd Shift Hours: 3:00pm-11:30pm

Training Hours: 8:00am-4:30pm first two weeks and then will train on 1st - 6:00am-2:30pm for a few months

All members included in 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 a Machinist, we have an exciting opportunity for you.

What you will be doing

Physical Activity:

Moderate physical activity requiring agility and dexterity, including walking, standing, or bending; and lifting or moving objects.

Work is performed in an area with moderate risk or discomfort that may require special safety precautions, such as wearing protective clothing or gear.

May be required to pass Near Vision and/or Color Vision examinations.

Set up and operate one or more of the following machines:

Lathe Machines

Manual Machines

OD/ID Grinders

Complete paperwork while adhering to record retention requirements.

Document nonconforming material according to procedures, participate in activities to implement root cause and corrective actions identified.

Utilize work instructions, set-up sheets and method documents to correctly operate machines and inspect machined parts.

Utilize various gauging equipment to ensure conformance to the engineering specifications and standards through the production run.

Obtain certifications as necessary for required processes.

What We Are Looking For

Machinist I:

High school diploma or equivalent required

0-2 years’ experience in related work or applicable degree

General knowledge of machines and equipment functionality, and how tools could be used on such equipment/machines. This includes the ability to learn new systems quickly, understanding how parts relate, and how they impact system functionality.

Ability to operate and set up CNC equipment

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.

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 and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local laws.

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