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Coil Winding- 2nd Shift

Woodward · Niles, IL · $15.83–$24.65 an hour · Full time

Posted Sep 4, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Have you done coil winding, wire harness or other fine assembly work before? Tell me about it.

What they are checking: Whether they have related hands-on experience or show they can learn detailed manual work.

Coil winding requires counting turns and handling very fine wire. How do you stay focused on repetitive, detailed work?

What they are checking: Whether they have the patience and attention that precise, repetitive assembly requires.

This is second shift, 4 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. How will that schedule work for you?

What they are checking: Whether they can reliably commit to evening hours.

Tell me about a time you were asked to work faster and still keep quality high.

What they are checking: Whether they balance speed with accuracy rather than sacrificing one for the other.

What would you do

You notice the wire insulation looks nicked on a coil you just wound. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they stop and report a possible defect instead of hoping it passes inspection.

You're unsure about a step in the instructions and your lead is busy. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they wait and ask rather than guessing on a part that will go into a product.

About the work

How would you follow a work instruction that has many small steps you can't skip?

What they are checking: Whether they respect written procedures, which keeps aerospace parts consistent and traceable.

Have you used tools like a microscope, tweezers or a tension gauge? How comfortable are you with them?

What they are checking: Whether they can handle the small tools common to coil and electrical assembly work.

Why does it matter that every part you build is documented and traceable?

What they are checking: Whether they understand that aerospace and energy parts must be traceable if a problem shows up later.

How do you keep your work area clean and organized, and why does it matter here?

What they are checking: Whether they see how clutter and debris can cause defects in delicate electrical components.

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The full job description

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Job Description 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. Estimated annual base pay: • Level I: $15.83 -$24.65 • 2nd Shift Hours are 4:00pm-12:30am CST • 10% Shift Premium • 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 a Coil Winder, we have an exciting opportunity for you. The Coil Winder reports to the manufacturing supervisor and is responsible for operating basic machines and deburring, or light assembly, in an industrial setting. The position works under close supervision, limited decision-making and limited contact with external suppliers or customers. What You Will Be Doing • Communicates information to others about project status, updates, specific instructions, etc. and reviews item status in MRP and ensures item is logged/closed out based on its current status. • Documents non-conformance and dispositions using non-conformance forms. • Cleans and maintains measuring instruments and test equipment; treats and inspects/tests parts (e.g., routed and deburring operations) per applicable work instructions. • Follows all departmental safety rules and regulations and puts on all appropriate safety gear, and clothing/protection required by work activities. • Completes and reviews product paperwork, verifying all paperwork is present and filled out appropriately and complete computer entries accurately and in a timely manner. • Verify the calibration of equipment and expiration dates. • Measure specific dimensions according to the work instruction. Record applicable data as required. • Perform curing process of parts and inspect according to visual requirements. • May require applying hot dip method or touch up method of stacks and return paths. What We Are Looking For • Level I: • High school diploma or equivalent required • No related work experience required. • The ability to see details (e.g., letters, numbers, codes, color, symbols, marks, labels, signs) clearly to accomplish work tasks in a safe and efficient manner. • May be required to pass Near Vision and/or Color Vision examinations. Moderate physical activity requiring agility and dexterity, including walking, standing, or bending; and lifting or moving objects. Work is performed in area with moderate risk or discomfort that may require special safety precautions, such as wearing protective clothing or gear. 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.

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