QA Technician - 1st 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. 

QA Technician I – 1st Shift

• Estimated annual base pay: $21.63 (minimum) - $27.88 (midpoint) - $34.62 (maximum) PLUS shift differential and overtime if applicable
• 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:

• Conduct Quality Inspections: Performs routine inspections and tests on products to ensure compliance with established quality standards.
• Follow Standard Procedures: Adheres to defined standard operating procedures during all quality control processes.
• Document Quality Data: Accurately records and maintains quality control data and test results for analysis and reporting.
• Communicate Technical Information: Shares quality related information and findings with team members to support collaborative efforts.
• Address Routine Issues: Identifies and resolves straightforward quality problems using existing protocols and analytical methods.

Key Skills:

• Analytical Skills: Proficient in applying basic analytical methods to assess product quality.
• Technical Proficiency: Experienced with standard scientific and analytical equipment used in quality testing.
• Quality Assurance: Knowledgeable in adhering to quality guidelines and standard operating procedures.
• Process Adherence: Skilled in following defined operational processes with accuracy and consistency.
• Data Recording: Accurate in documenting test results and maintaining quality records.
• Problem Identification: Capable of recognizing straightforward quality issues using established methods.
• Team Collaboration: Effective in communicating technical information with team members.
• Attention to Detail: Meticulous in performing routine quality checks to ensure precise outcomes.
• Basic Troubleshooting: Able to address simple problems using existing standard procedures.
• Time Management: Efficient in managing time to complete routine tasks under close supervision.

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.