Brazer -Faribault North

Daikin Applied Americas Inc; Faribault (MN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

401K Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Referral Bonus Program

Growth Opportunities

Climate Controlled Facility

Job summary

Daikin Applied Americas Inc in Faribault, MN seeks a hands-on assembler to support production of HVAC components on the 2nd shift. Starting wage is $31.04/hr plus $2.30/hr for 2nd shift, with shift options Mon-Thurs or Fri-Sun and possible overtime.

You will follow engineering drawings, operate tools, and maintain safety practices in a climate-controlled facility. The role offers PTO, health plans, 401K match, tuition reimbursement, and growth opportunities, in a company recognized by Forbes as

Qualifications

• The ability to lift, push and/or pull materials in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Ability to use hand tools for extended periods of time.
• Ability to read and understand written English.
• High School Education/GED OR minimum 2 years of related experience in a manufacturing/production environment.

Responsibilities

• Identify unit options using bill of materials to complete required work content per unit.
• Align, clamp and position work pieces using tools such as jigs, vices, to comply with drawings.
• Clean work pieces to remove debris using brushes or grinders.
• Apply heat, alloy and nitrogen to produce assemblies efficiently.
• Ensure proper setup and handling of tanks, torches, hoses and regulators for safety and quality.
• Complete assembly of work content to support production standards.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings to ensure quality standards.
• Train new members on machines, procedures and safety practices.
• Identify and rework defective pieces to meet quality standards.
• Read and interpret blue prints and product specs for sequencing and material needs.
• Operate PIT (Powered Industrial Trucks) and obtain license.
• Obtain certification in leak testing and vacuum and charge.

Skills

Physical stamina

Reading English

Hand tool proficiency

Safety compliance

Education

High School Education or GED

2+ years manufacturing experience

Tools

PIT License

Wiring schematics reading

Job description

Join the world's largest HVAC company, named by Forbes as one of America's Best-In-State Employers 2025! Starting Wage: $31.04/hr plus $2.30/hr for 2nd shift Shift: 2nd shift 5pm-3:30am Mon-Thurs* or Weekend shift 6am-6pm Fri-Sun* *some mandatory overtime required Location: Faribault North

What’s in it for you:

• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Plans
• 401K Match
• Funded by Daikin
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Referral Bonus Program
• Growth Opportunities
• Climate Controlled Facility

Your Responsibilities:

• Identify unit options using bill of materials to complete required work content per unit
• Align, clamp and position work pieces using tools such as jigs, vices, etc. to comply with engineering drawings
• Clean work pieces to remove debris using brushes or grinders
• Apply heat, appropriate alloy and nitrogen to work pieces to effectively and efficiently produce assemblies
• Ensure proper setup and handling of tanks, torches, hoses and regulators to ensure safety and quality standards are met
• Complete assembly of work content to support production standards
• Read and interpret engineering drawing to ensure quality standards are met by effectively identifying parts and assembling unit
• Ability to use production support tools effectively (VKS, AMS, etc.)
• Must learn and understand all line stations
• Read and follow wiring schematics. Complete company provided wiring training and achieve certification
• Train new members on the various machines, procedures, safe work practices and any pertinent items regarding safety, quality and production
• Responsible for maintaining the 5s program to ensure a clean work area
• Follow and understand HOMESafe, Persona Choice and company safety manual requirements.
• Identify and rework defective work pieces to comply with quality standards
• Read and interpret blue prints, sketches or product specifications to determine sequence and methods of fabricating, assembling and installing sheet metal products, including machine adjustments and material requirements per engineering requirements
• Ability to use hand tools
• Operate PIT (Powered Industrial Trucks), obtain PIT License
• Obtain Certification in leak testing and vacuum and charge
• All other duties as assigned

Your Qualifications:

• The ability to lift, push, and/or pull materials, stand for majority of the shift, and work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment while maintaining proper PPE.
• The ability to use hand tools for extended periods of time.
• The ability to read and understand written English.
• High School Education/GED OR Minimum 2 years of related experience in a manufacturing/production environment.

Your Benefits:

Daikin Applied offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

• Multiple Medical insurance plan options + Dental and Vision insurance
• Company provided life insurance + optional employee paid voluntary life insurance, dependent life coverage and voluntary accident coverage
• Short term disability and optional employee paid voluntary long-term disability
• 401K retirement plan with employer match
• 40 hours paid time off for new employees, prorated based on start date
• 88 hours company paid holidays
• 48 hours of paid sick and safe time, prorated based on start date
• Tuition Reimbursement after 6 months of continuous service
• Work visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment requirements, including verification of employment history, education, background screening, and drug testing where permitted by law. Safety-sensitive positions may require cannabis (marijuana) testing. All testing and employment decisions will comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

If you're looking for an engaging career with growth opportunities in a supportive environment, you'll love a career at Daikin Applied! Building a more sustainable planet. Creating comfortable, healthy spaces for people to connect, live and work. Perfecting the air we share. Daikin Applied is not just an HVAC company. We're part of a global technology powerhouse that uses Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) to transform the world. We're innovators and leaders. Not only as a business, but as individuals. And we are honored to say we were named to Forbes' America's Best-In-State Employers list for 2025, ranking #1 in Minnesota for Manufacturing and Engineering. You see, we're not just innovating on the outside. We're innovating on the inside to unlock people's unlimited potential and bring out the diverse and groundbreaking ideas that will help us solve today's most pressing challenges. That's why Daikin offers more than a job. Here's where you'll be heard, be valued, belong -- and be able to make your mark. Over the past several years, we’ve proudly welcomed several organizations into our family, each bringing unique strengths, deep expertise, and talented teams. As we continue to grow, these partners play a vital role in expanding our capabilities and shaping the future of our organization. Whichever Daikin Applied company you join, you’ll be part of a unified, supportive environment where you can make an impact and grow your career.