2nd Shift Production Technician: Assembly & Quality

Danfoss GmbH; Loves Park (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Danfoss Loves Park, IL is seeking a 2nd Shift Production Associate to join our Power Electronics and Drives team. You will assemble components from start to finish, run tests, and perform quality checks to ensure products meet our high standards.

You’ll work hands-on in a fast-moving environment, rotate across production areas, operate material handling tools, and contribute to continuous improvement while upholding safety and quality.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED, or 3 months of experience with Danfoss products.
• At least 18 years old and eligible to work in the U.S.
• Valid Class C (or higher) driver's license for potential backup driving.
• Comfort reading hydraulic and electrical schematics; familiarity with Microsoft Office, PLCs, and test stands.
• Basic knowledge of quality tools like PPAP, 8D, PFMEA, and capability studies.
• Strong English communication skills, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Assemble components from start to finish, including set-up, testing, and quality checks.
• Operate forklifts, tuggers, and hand trucks to move materials safely.
• Refill and deliver Kanban bins, manage part numbers, and clean machines.
• Identify and report part shortages, inspect assemblies, and support process improvement.
• Rotate across production areas and handle cross-functional material tasks.

Skills

Assemble components

Forklift operation

Kanban

Read schematics

Quality tools

English communication

Education

High school diploma / GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

PLC knowledge

Test stands

Job description

Danfoss Loves Park, IL is seeking a 2nd Shift Production Associate to join our Power Electronics and Drives team. You will assemble components from start to finish, run tests, and perform quality checks to ensure products meet our high standards.

You’ll work hands-on in a fast-moving environment, rotate across production areas, operate material handling tools, and contribute to continuous improvement while upholding safety and quality.