Machining Technician / 3rd Shift

Danfoss; Shawnee (OK); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

13th salary

Annual bonus

Paid vacation

Pension plans

Personal insurance

Job summary

Danfoss in Shawnee, Oklahoma is seeking a skilled operator to work on 3rd shift, handling the operation and setup of various machines. This position requires a strong commitment to safety and efficiency while ensuring product quality.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, and relevant experience is preferred. Danfoss offers comprehensive benefits, a supportive work environment, and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of related experience or equivalent training.
• Ability to read and comprehend safety and operational documents.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical operations.

Responsibilities

• Operate multiple machines ensuring quality and safety.
• Troubleshoot machine issues and verify product adherence to specifications.
• Maintain a safe and efficient working environment.

Skills

Problem-solving

Machine operation

Teamwork

Safety regulations adherence

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The Impact You’ll Make

Operate and set up conventional, numerical control (NC), and special‑purpose machines and machining centers to machine metal components. This is a 3rd‑shift position, shift hours 8:00 pm to 6:00 am, Monday through Thursday.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Demonstrate a commitment to maintaining a safe, clean and orderly work area.
• Follow safety regulations and actively contribute to work safety.
• Follow all standard work, control plans, processes and quality guidelines.
• Operate multiple machines and perform all Total Productive Environment (TPE) activities; have experience working with automation (Robotics).
• Verify that machine is running at proper cycle time.
• Select, align, and secure holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials on machines.
• Start and observe machine operation to detect malfunctions or out‑of‑tolerance machining, and adjust machine controls or control media as required.
• Diagnose and rectify normal problems on machines and verify conformance of finished workpiece to specifications.
• Respond with commitment and sensitivity toward satisfying the needs of internal and external customers.
• Promote quality and continuous improvement philosophy.
• Evaluate situations objectively and demonstrate the ability to make timely decisions that are intended to have a positive effect on work performance.
• Organize and prioritize work assignments to complete tasks on time with quality, and anticipate problem areas in advance.
• Apply creative approaches and ideas to solve problems, maximizing effective use of appropriate resources.
• Demonstrate flexibility in approach and ideas; respond positively and support changes in procedures, processes, technology, responsibility, and assignments.
• Maintain cooperative and productive working relationships and communications with all employees, participating effectively as a team member or team leader, and encourage and assist in self‑improvement.
• Possess appropriate personal tools as required.
• Confere with and instruct other classifications in the care and use of machines, equipment, and techniques required.

Qualifications

Education and/or Experience

High school diploma/GED; or one to three years 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 Requirements

• Stand, walk, use hands to handle or feel objects, and reach with hands and arms regularly.
• Talk or hear frequently; sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl occasionally.
• Regularly lift and move up to ten pounds; frequently lift and move up to thirty pounds; occasionally lift and move up to fifty pounds.
• Maintain close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

• Work near moving mechanical parts.
• Occasionally exposed to fumes, airborne particles, chemicals, or risk of electrical shock.
• Noise level is usually loud.

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. These vary by country and contract, but they’re worth asking about.

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.