Machine Operator / 1st Shift

Danfoss GmbH; Freeport (IL); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a technician to operate and maintain NC machines for fabricating parts. This 1st Shift position requires technical skills in monitoring equipment and problem-solving on the assembly floor, offering competitive hourly pay and benefits including paid time off and medical insurance.

Benefits

Three weeks of Paid Time Off

401(k) Savings Plan with company match

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Annual Bonus Program

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1-3 months related experience or training preferred.
• Ability to read safety rules and manuals.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and troubleshoot electrical and mechanical equipment for assembly process.
• Assist with process changes and problem solving on the shop floor.
• Work closely with the Process Engineer.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Electrical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

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Operates and maintain setups of conventional, special purpose, and numerical control (NC) machines and machining centers to fabricate and assemble metallic and nonmetallic parts by performing the following duties.

This is a 1st Shift position, which offers a pay range of $20.24 to $22.50 per hour.

Job Responsibilities

Responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to, the following.

• Monitors & trouble shoots electrical & mechanical equipment used in the assembly process to build hydrostatic pumps, motors and components
• Provide line support for the assembly cell and is the next level of escalation after the cell expert for manufacturing issues related to safety and process quality
• Assist in the daily activities of implementing process changes and problem solving on the shop floor
• Assists in the prove-out of new processes and process changes by gathering data, making observations about the process, and communicating ideas to improve results
• Works closely with the Process Engineer

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS : To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

High school diploma/(GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

LANGUAGE SKILLS :

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

REASONING ABILITY:

Ability to apply logic and understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.

Physical Demands

PHYSICAL DEMANDS : The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to talk or hear.

The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Employee Benefits

• Three (3) weeks of Paid Time Off annually for newly hired employees
• 13 paid holidays, including floating holidays annually
• Annual Bonus Program
• 401(k) Savings Plan with company match and safe harbor contributions
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance eligibility upon date of hire
• Company paid Basic Life Insurance & AD&D, Short-Term Disability Insurance, and Long-Term Disability Insurance (with enhanced buy up option)
• Optional Life Insurance & AD&D (including Spouse/Child Optional) coverage
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account, Dependent Care Flexible Spendingand a Health Savings Account (including company contribution) if enrolled in applicable Danfoss Medical Plan
• Paid Parental Leaveand Adoption Assistance
• Military Leave Benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Reimbursement for industry/organization membership dues, home office expenses, etc., based on established eligibility criteria
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Job Referral Bonus Program
• Voluntary benefits such as: Pet Insurance, Legal Assistance and Identity and Fraud Protection, Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Additional benefits such as virtual physical therapy sessions, fitness membership programs, and day care provider network assistance

Danfoss – Engineering Tomorrow

At Danfoss, we are engineering solutions that allow the world to use resources in smarter ways - driving the sustainable transformation of tomorrow. No transformation has ever been started without a group of passionate, dedicated and empowered people. We believe that innovation and great results are driven by the right mix of people with diverse backgrounds, personalities, skills, and perspectives, reflecting the world in which we do business. To make sure the mix of people works, we strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are treated equally, respected, and valued for who they are. It is a strong priority within Danfoss to improve the health, working environment and safety of our employees.

Following our founder’s mindset “action speaks louder than words”, we set ourselves ambitious targets to protect the environment by embarking on a plan to become CO2 neutral latest by 2030.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.

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

Our solutions are used in such areas as refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, power conversion, motor control, industrial machinery, automotive, marine, and off- and on-highway equipment. We also provide solutions for renewable energy, such as solar and wind power, as well as district-energy infrastructure for cities.

Our innovative engineering dates back to 1933. Danfoss is family-owned, employing more than 39.000people, serving customers in more than 100 countries through a global footprint of 95 factories.