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 annual base pay:  $93,000 (minimum) - $121,000 (midpoint) - $149,000 (maximum)

• 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.  

• 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  

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead Manufacturing Projects: Directs complex manufacturing initiatives from conception to completion, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and timely delivery.

• Solve Technical Challenges: Identifies and resolves intricate manufacturing problems using advanced technical knowledge and innovative approaches.

• Collaborate Across Teams: Partners with cross functional departments to integrate manufacturing processes and optimize operational efficiency.

• Mentor and Support Colleagues: Provides guidance and expertise to less experienced team members, fostering professional development and knowledge sharing.

• Implement Best Practices: Develops and enforces manufacturing standards and best practices to enhance quality, productivity, and competitiveness.

Key Skills:

• Technical Expertise: Possesses comprehensive knowledge of manufacturing engineering principles and diverse production technologies.

• Project Management: Proficient in planning, executing, and overseeing manufacturing projects to ensure timely and successful completion.

• Advanced Problem Solving: Capable of identifying and resolving complex manufacturing challenges using innovative methodologies.

• Process Optimization: Skilled in analyzing and enhancing manufacturing processes to increase efficiency and product quality.

• Cross functional Collaboration: Expertise in working seamlessly with various departments to achieve integrated manufacturing goals.

• Quality Assurance: Adept at implementing quality control systems to maintain high standards in manufacturing output.

• Data Analysis: Proficient in utilizing data driven approaches to inform manufacturing decisions and process improvements.

• Leadership: Experienced in leading teams, mentoring junior engineers, and driving project success through effective guidance.

• Strategic Planning: Capable of developing and executing long term strategies to enhance manufacturing operations and competitiveness.

• Communication: Exceptional ability to articulate complex technical information clearly and build consensus among stakeholders.

Other Qualifications:

• 4 year Bachelors BS OR 10+ years equivalent experience

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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