Woodward
2nd Shift Machinist II (M-F 3:30 pm- 12:00 am)
Santa Clarita, CA, US · Mid · Full-time
Sponsorship not specified$35k-$51kDetected 2 days ago
Process ImprovementGD&T
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About the role
- While this is a full-time, regular position, employment is anticipated to be short-term as this position is in-scope for layoff due to relocation of product lines.
- Employment is anticipated through July 31, 2027.
- Woodward is committed to creating a great workplace for all team members.
Responsibilities
- Identify, document and control nonconforming material according to procedures, identify and implement corrective actions to address nonconformance and implement root cause corrective actions.
- Utilize work instructions, set-up sheets and method documents to correctly set up machines and inspect machined parts.
- Collaborate with appropriate organizations to develop and assist in the implementation of process plans and improvements.
- Clean and maintain measuring instruments and test equipment and inspect parts for cleanliness (e.g., routed and deburring operations).
- Operate precision inspection equipment and perform first piece check out when applicable to the job.
- Perform routed operations of precision close tolerance parts.
- Monitor and maintain the condition of cutting tools.
Requirements
- Knowledge of and ability to apply inspection techniques (e.g., formalized inspection standards, inspection instructions, best practices) and use inspection tools efficiently.
- The ability to read and use micrometers, functional and cylindrical gauges, comparators, indicator setups, calibration stickers and scales.
- Intermediate ability to read, interpret and use the information presented in drawings, diagrams and blueprints to determine appropriate activities, tools, and next steps in the production process.
- Ability to learn and use available business software as necessary.
- Knowledge of part special handling guidelines and specifications.
- This includes researching part handling instructions using facility databases or work orders and following the handling procedures required.
- Knowledge of nonconformance procedures and processes when parts fail inspection.
- This includes knowledge of systems required to log and track failed inspections and associated documentation as needed within area of responsibility.
- Intermediate knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing such as perpendicularity, parallelism, flatness.
- This includes the ability to interpret datum structures, material condition tolerances, orientation tolerances.
Compensation
- Salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.
Company info
- We are steadfastly committed to attracting the best talent across our communities creating a rewarding workplace.
- There is limited contact with external suppliers or customers.
- What We Are Looking For
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