Maintenance Mechanic / 2nd Shift

Danfoss; Freeport (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

3 weeks PTO

13 paid holidays

Annual Bonus Program

401(k) with match

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Parental Leave

Bereavement Leave

Life Insurance & AD&D

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Flexible Spending Account

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Referral Bonus

Voluntary benefits

Job summary

Danfoss is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic for the 2nd shift in Freeport, IL to maintain and repair machine tools used in production, perform PMs, and install/rearrange equipment. The role runs Monday through Friday, 3:00 p.m.

to 11:00 p.m., with a pay range of $29.50 to $33.00 per hour and a $1,500 sign‑on bonus ($750 after 3 months, $750 after 6 months). Benefits begin on day one, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, annual bonus, parental leave, and a

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.

Responsibilities

• Repair of machines used in production including chuck repair, replacing hydraulic oil hoses and leaks, replacing lube blocks, valves, belts, cylinders, seals.
• Aligns turrets, spindles, and tailstock; repair chip conveyors and tanks; resolve bearing issues; replace switches, solenoids, cooling fans, fuses, relays and contactors.
• Perform preventative maintenance on all machines and identify root causes using 8-D and 4-step problem solving.

Education

High School Diploma

One (1) year certificate from college or technical school

Three (3) to six (6) months experience

Job description

Segment: Danfoss Power Solutions Segment

Job Category: Supply Chain and Operations

Work Location Type: On-site

Job Experience Level: Hourly Paid

Maintenance Mechanic / 2nd Shift

Req ID: 46347 Job Location: Freeport IL, US Employment Type: Full Time Segment: Danfoss Power Solutions Segment Job Category: Supply Chain and Operations Work Location Type: On-site Job Experience Level: Hourly Paid Job Description

Job Description

The candidate in this role will maintain and repair machine tools used in manufacturing production and testing. They are responsible for conducting repairs, preventive maintenance (PM), modifications, installations, and rearrangements of both building and production equipment and systems. This is a 2nd Shift position, Monday through Friday, from 3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., offering a pay range of $29.50 to $33.00 per hour, depending on experience. Additionally, there is a $1,500 sign‑on bonus, with $750 awarded after 3 months and another $750 after 6 months.

Employees are eligible for benefits on the first day of employment which include medical, dental, vision, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, annual bonus program, paid parental leave for birthing and non‑birthing parents, a great working environment including 100% climate‑controlled facility and much more! Danfoss offers 3 weeks paid PTO accrued over each bi‑weekly paycheck plus 13 paid holidays including annual paid shutdown week between Christmas and New Year’s. We pride ourselves on growing our human potential and encouraging career growth within our facilities.

Job Responsibilities

Repair of machines used in production including chuck repair, replacing hydraulic oil hoses and leaks, replacing lube blocks, valves, belts, cylinders, seals. Also aligns turrets, spindles, and tailstock. Repairs chip conveyors and tanks and resolves bearing issues. Electrical repair includes replacing switches, solenoids, cooling fans, fuses relays and contactors.

Performs preventative maintenance on all machines. Finds root cause fixes using 8-D and 4-step problems solving analysis.

Background and Skills

• High School Diploma
• One (1) year certificate from college or technical school
• Three (3) to six (6) months experience
• Equivalent experience and education will be considered

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

REASONING ABILITY:

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

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
• Paid Bereavement Leave
• 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 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.