CNC Machinist-3rd shift

Danfoss GmbH; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Paid vacation

Pension plans

Personal insurance

Job summary

Danfoss is seeking a CNC Machinist for the third shift in Tallahassee, FL. The role focuses on operating and programming CNC mills and lathes to produce high-precision components according to drawings and GD&T standards.

The successful candidate will read blueprints, set up machines, perform quality inspections, and troubleshoot processes while maintaining a safe and collaborative environment. On-site position with opportunities for growth and training.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience operating and setting up CNC machines, including programming and editing CNC programs for mills and/or lathes.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, specifications, and GD&T requirements.
• Strong mechanical aptitude, troubleshooting skills, and proficiency with machining measurements, basic mathematics, geometry, and trigonometry.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills, with a willingness to collaborate, learn new skills, and support the development of others.

Responsibilities

• Program, edit, set up, and operate CNC mills and lathes to manufacture high-quality precision components that meet engineering specifications and customer requirements.
• Interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, machining parameters, and GD&T standards to plan machining processes and ensure accurate production outcomes.
• Verify part quality through inspections, first-piece checks, precision measurements, and adherence to established quality standards and procedures.
• Troubleshoot machining processes, optimize machine performance, adjust tooling and programs as needed, and help resolve production challenges efficiently.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and productive work environment by following safety procedures, performing preventive maintenance, documenting production activities, and communicating effectively across shifts.

Skills

Reading blueprints

GD&T interpretation

Troubleshooting

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CNC mills

CNC lathes

CNC programming

Job description

Segment: Danfoss Climate Solutions Segment

Job Category: Supply Chain and Operations

Work Location Type: On-site

Job Experience Level: Associate

CNC Machinist-3rd shift

Req ID: 51027 Job Location: Tallahassee, FL, US Employment Type: Full Time Segment: Danfoss Climate Solutions Segment Job Category: Supply Chain and Operations Work Location Type: On-site Job Experience Level: Associate Job Description

The Impact You'll Make

As a CNC Machinist, you’ll play a critical role in producing high-precision components that support the success of our customers and operations. Your expertise in machining, programming, and quality control will help ensure products are manufactured accurately, efficiently, and safely. In this hands-on role, you’ll work with advanced CNC mills and lathes, turning technical drawings and specifications into finished parts that meet exact standards. Your attention to detail and problem-solving skills will directly contribute to product quality and continuous improvement. You’ll also be an important member of the team, sharing knowledge, supporting colleagues, and helping maintain a culture of safety, craftsmanship, and operational excellence.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Program, edit, set up, and operate CNC mills and lathes to manufacture high-quality precision components that meet engineering specifications and customer requirements.
• Interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, machining parameters, and GD&T standards to plan machining processes and ensure accurate production outcomes.
• Verify part quality through inspections, first-piece checks, precision measurements, and adherence to established quality standards and procedures.
• Troubleshoot machining processes, optimize machine performance, adjust tooling and programs as needed, and help resolve production challenges efficiently.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and productive work environment by following safety procedures, performing preventive maintenance, documenting production activities, and communicating effectively across shifts.

What We’re Looking For

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience operating and setting up CNC machines, including programming and editing CNC programs for mills and/or lathes.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, specifications, and GD&T requirements.
• Strong mechanical aptitude, troubleshooting skills, and proficiency with machining measurements, basic mathematics, geometry, and trigonometry.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills, with a willingness to collaborate, learn new skills, and support the development of others.

What You’ll Get from Us

• We promote from within and support your learning with mentoring, training, and access to global opportunities.
• You’ll have flexibility, autonomy, and support to do your best work while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Your well-being matters to us.
• We strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are respected, and valued for who they are.
• You’ll receive benefits like annual bonus, paid vacation, pension plans, personal insurance, and more. These vary by country and contract, but they’re worth asking about, we think they’re pretty great.

Danfoss engineers solutions that increase machine productivity, reduce emissions, lower energy consumption, and enable electrification.

Our solutions are used in areas such as refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, power conversion, motor control, industrial machinery, marine, and on- and off-highway equipment. We also provide solutions for data centers, renewable energy, energy storage, heat recovery, as well as contribute to district energy solutions for cities.

Our innovative engineering dates back to 1933. Danfoss is family-owned and employs over 39,000 people. We create long-term value for our customers in more than 100 countries with a global footprint of around 100 factories.