Machine Operator (Kits) / 1st Shift

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

Job summary

A leading engineering company is seeking skilled machine operators for a 1st Shift position in Freeport, IL. The role includes operating and maintaining various machining equipment to fabricate parts, with a commitment to safety and quality. This job offers competitive pay and comprehensive employee benefits, emphasizing a supportive workplace environment that values diversity and innovation.

Benefits

Three weeks of Paid Time Off annually

13 paid holidays including floating holidays

401(k) Savings Plan with company match

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret safety rules and operating instructions.
• Capability to perform mathematical operations in various units of measure.
• One to three months related experience and/or training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operates multiple machines and maintains setups of NC machines.
• Ensures quality conformance of finished work pieces.
• Demonstrates commitment to a safe and clean work area.

Skills

Machinery Operation

Safety Compliance

Quality Control

Problem Solving

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, with shift hours 7:00 am to 3:00 pm; this position pays $20.34 to $24.13 per hour.

Job Responsibilities

• Demonstrates a commitment to maintain a safe, clean and orderly work area. Follows safety regulations and actively contributes to work safety.
• Must be able to operate multiple machines.
• Follows all standard work, control plans, all processes, and quality guidelines
• Perform all Total Productive Environment (TPE) activities as required.
• Verify that machine is running at proper cycle time.
• Secures holding fixtures, cutting tools and materials on conventional, special purpose, and numerical control (NC) machines.
• Verifies conformance of finished work piece to specifications using a variety of gauges making sure parts are within specified tolerances.
• Setting up, operating and dismantling of unit assembly and subassembly work stations.
• Responds with commitment and sensitivity toward satisfying the needs of internal and external customers. Promotes quality and continuous improvement philosophy.
• Evaluates situations objectively and demonstrates the ability to make timely decisions that are intended to have a positive effect on work performance.
• Organizes and prioritizes work assignments to complete assignments/tasks on time, with quality, and has the ability to anticipate problem areas in advance. Applies creative approaches and ideas to solve problems maximizing effective use of appropriate resources.
• Demonstrates flexibility in approach and ideas, responds positively and supports changes in procedures, process, technology, responsibility, and assignments.
• Maintains cooperative and productive working relationships and communications with all employees, participating effectively as a team member or as a team leader. Encourages and assists in self-improvement.
• May Fit and assembles parts into complete assembly.
• Verifies dimensions and alignment of assembly.
• Confers with other classifications in care and use of machines, equipment, and techniques required.

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.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

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.