Preventative Maintenance Technician - 2nd Shift

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. 

• Level I: Estimated hourly base pay: $20.67 (minimum) - $26.92 (midpoint) - $33.17 (maximum)

• Level II: Estimated hourly base pay: $24.52 (minimum) - $31.73 (midpoint) - $39.42 (maximum)

All Levels are eligible for the benefits below:

• 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 

Woodward is looking for Machine Repair and Preventative Maintenance Technicians to join our 2nd shift teams at the Rock Cut Campus in Loves Park, IL. These individuals will support our manufacturing equipment to ensure production operations continuously flow. If you are looking to join a dynamic and innovative organization, apply today!

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform Routine Maintenance: Conduct regular inspections and execute preventative maintenance on machinery following standard operating procedures.

• Diagnose Basic Issues: Identify and troubleshoot straightforward machine malfunctions using established guidelines and diagnostic tools.

• Execute Repairs: Carry out necessary repairs on equipment under close supervision, ensuring adherence to quality standards.

• Document Maintenance Activities: Accurately record all maintenance and repair tasks in maintenance logs and reports.

• Collaborate with Team Members: Communicate technical information and work effectively with team members to ensure optimal machine performance.

• Diagnose Machine Issues: Identify and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical problems in machinery to determine appropriate corrective actions.

• Perform Repairs and Maintenance: Execute regular and corrective maintenance tasks to ensure optimal machine performance and minimize downtime.

• Ensure Safety Compliance: Adhere to safety protocols and industry regulations while performing repair and maintenance tasks to maintain a safe work environment.

Key Skills:

• Technical Proficiency: Knowledge of basic machinery and equipment used in machine repair.

• Diagnostic Skills: Ability to identify and diagnose simple mechanical issues using standard procedures.

• Manual Dexterity: Proficient in using hand tools and operating machinery with precision.

• Safety Compliance: Adheres to safety protocols and guidelines to ensure a safe working environment.

• Quality Assurance: Ensures repair work meets established quality standards and specifications.

• Instruction Following: Accurately follows detailed repair instructions and standard operating procedures.

• Basic Electrical Knowledge: Familiarity with basic elec