Machine Operator 2nd Shift

Danfoss; Freeport (IL); On-site; USD 28,860 - 30,996; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

13th salary

annual bonus

paid vacation

pension plans

personal insurance

Job summary

Danfoss is seeking a 2nd Shift Machine Operator to join our inclusive team in Freeport, IL. In this role, you will operate various machines to fabricate parts while ensuring adherence to safety protocols.

The ideal candidate should have a high school diploma or equivalent and possess strong mathematical skills. Benefits include a competitive wage, bonuses, and a commitment to employee well-being.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Strong commitment to safety regulations.
• Physical capability to lift and move weights up to 30 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate conventional and NC machines.
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace.
• Assemble parts ensuring accurate dimensions.

Skills

Mathematical proficiency

Logical reasoning

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The Impact You'll Make

We have an immediate opening for a 2nd Shift Machine Operator to join our Kits and Joining inclusive team in Freeport, IL. Machine Operators set up and operate conventional, special purpose, and numerical control (NC) machines and machining centers to fabricate and assemble metallic and nonmetallic parts. Wage Range for this position is $20.95 - $22.50 per hour, with a 7% shift premium.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Demonstrates a strong commitment to maintaining a safe, clean, and organized work environment. Adheres to safety regulations and actively supports workplace safety initiatives.
• Complies with all standard work procedures, control plans, processes, and quality guidelines.
• Responsible for setting up, operating, and dismantling unit assembly and sub‑assembly workstations.
• Exhibits flexibility in approach and ideas, responds constructively, and supports changes in procedures, processes, technology, responsibilities, and assignments.
• Fits and assembles parts into complete assemblies, ensuring dimensions and alignment are accurately verified.

What We're Looking For

• High school diploma or GED; or one to three months of relevant experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proficiency in addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division across various units of measure, utilizing whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Capability to apply logical reasoning and comprehension to execute instructions provided in written, oral, or diagrammatic form.
• While performing job duties, 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 needs to talk or hear.
• The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and frequently lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Essential vision abilities include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

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 13th salary, annual bonus, paid vacation, pension plans, personal insurance, and more.

Ready to Make a Difference?

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.

Our Commitment to Transparency

Salary ranges listed reflect only primary location and currency. For local salary ranges and specific benefits in your preferred hiring location, please ask your Talent Acquisition representative for more information. The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Any benefits listed do not promise or guarantee any particular benefit or specific action. They may depend on country or contract specifics and are subject to change at any time without prior notice.