What are the responsibilities and job description for the Tool & Fixture Design III (Operations Specialist) position at Woodward, Inc.?
Woodward's Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging CommitmentAt Woodward, no matter where you are from, your physical appearance, or how you identify, you deserve the opportunity to reach your greatest potential. We are on a journey to achieve this as an organization and want to work closely with our members to set the right path.We humbly acknowledge this will be an imperfect journey. Yet, we are steadfastly committed to embracing the power of diverse people, perspectives, and experiences for our current members, attracting the best talent across our communities, and creating an inclusive and rewarding workplaces for all.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 rate: $41.01 (minimum) - $51.25 (midpoint) - $61.49 (maximum)
- 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
- Design and develop tools that meet the specific needs of the organization
- Create detailed drawings and models using computer-aided design (CAD) software
- Collaborate with engineers, production managers, and machinists to identify design requirements and develop solutions
- Implement design changes based on feedback and testing data
- Manage projects from start to finish, ensuring that all design and production requirements are met
- Stay up to date with industry trends and advancements in tool and fixture design and technology
- Work with vendors and production team members during the fixture manufacturing process
- U.S. associate degree, 2-year technical degree or international equivalent preferred.
- U.S. High School Diploma or international equivalent required.
- 5 Years Experience in tool and fixture design or a related field, preferably in a manufacturing environment
- Proficient in computer-aided design (CAD) software (Preferably Creo)
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills
- Strong problem-solving and critical thinking abilities
- Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Occasional travel may be required. Certificate or degree in a six sigma or special process preferred.
- Automation Specific: 1. Strong knowledge of applicable automated or semi-automated manufacturing processes and equipment and 2. Proven ability to access programming controls to create and modify logic code statements to solve problems, increase efficiency or reduce scrap
- Machining Specific: 1. Strong knowledge of applicable machining processes including Computer Numeric Controls (CNC) programming, 2. Strong interpretation of specifications and participation in hardware disposition and 3. Strong knowledge of cutting tools and machine capability
- Manufacturing & Assembly Specific: 1. Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes and/or design/training/implementation of processes including setup/programming/training for tooling, fixturing, assembly equipment, and manufacturing aids and 2. Strong interpretation of specifications and participation in hardware disposition
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