CNC Programmer

Woodward’s Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging Commitment

At 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 base pay:  $36,73(minimum) - $46.59(midpoint) - $55,91(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 

Are you ready to make your mark? If you’re an CNC Programmer, we have an exciting opportunity for you. The position supports production from a technical standpoint and has an excellent understanding of the product being produced in the area. The position is consulted by engineering regarding new product and process implementation. It solves difficult manufacturing problems and works with members to implement process and product improvements.

What You Will Be Doing 

• Support rapid response efforts for the short-term internal production of complex parts.
• Supports the programming, processing, tooling, proofing, fixturing of production parts.
• Recommends and implements process improvements for new product introductions and/or existing manufacturing processes. Works with engineering, when needed, to develop new processes.
• Identifies mistakes and improvements on various manufacturing documents and provides redlines to engineering.
• Writes and releases new work instructions and other manufacturing documentation. Revises existing work instructions and other manufacturing documentation.
• Provide input in the development of new cells that improves flow, increases velocity, and reduces waste.

What We Are Looking For 

• Associate or Bachelor's Degree of Applied Science in Industrial Technology or Mechanical Engineering. In the absence of a degree, candidates must demonstrate a minimum of 5 years of experience working with CNC metal cutting machines, including CAM programming.
• 5+ years’ experience as an Operations Specialist or similar external role required.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and in-depth knowledge of part prints and advanced skills in metal cutting principles.
• Understanding of component drawings and models.
• Knowledge of cutting tools, tool holders and workpiece clamping devices.
• Experience with CAD software 2D and 3D.
• 5-Axis machining experience a plus.

Application window is anticipated to close 30 days from original posting date.

This information is provided in compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act and is the company’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation range and benefits offered for this position.  The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education, location, and other job-related reasons. 

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